Angel Reese has become one of the most polarizing figures in the WNBA. Her rivalry with Caitlin Clark during their college days marked the beginning of intense public scrutiny. But not everyone sees her that way, as a former LSU star and her ex-teammate opened up about the ‘Angel Reese Effect’ on the sport and drew fresh criticism from fans.

In an exclusive interview with basketball.com.au in July, which has resurfaced again, Last-Tear Poa revealed that she believes that Reese is the driving force behind the attention women’s basketball has been getting.

She said, “I might get hate for this, but she’s the main reason why women’s basketball changed that year. She brought intensity and stood on business. I loved playing with Angel. I wish I could again. She taught me a lot, on and off

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