Angel Reese gets fitting new nickname from Unrivaled team ahead of debut

Angel Reese has received a new nickname from her teammates as he prepares to take part in the Unrivaled league - with her Rose BC colleagues dubbing her the "305 Barbie" .

The Chicago Sky power forward has been known by a number of monikers in the past including "Bayou Barbie" and "Chi Barbie" before today.

However, it appears that she will go by a new Miami -inspired guise when she takes to the court with her Rose BC teammates in the maiden Unrivaled tournament in the city.

Her new nickname, which is a reference to the Florida region's area code, was first revealed by the Rose BC social media team in a post on Instagram.

Looking forward to Reese teaming up with Chelsea Gray, Brittney Sykes, Kahleah Copper and Lexie Hull, they excitedly wrote: "305 BARBIE LOCKED IN @angelreese." Kelsey Plum gets WNBA trade prediction to become 'face of franchise' Dallas Wings star wants out after bold WNBA move despite potential Paige Bueckers addition The youngster is one of the standout names who will take part in the 3-on-3 basketball competition , which is set to commence on Jan.

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As her team chases glory in the inaugural edition of Breanna Stewart's event, they will need to see off the challenge of five other teams to prevail - starting off with Vinyl BC.

Looking forward to taking part in the spectacle in the Sunshine State , Reese spoke enthusiastically about the tournament, telling Athlon Sports : "Yeah, I was so excited to join this crew.

I mean I feel like I can pull from everybody on the team if it's coming from leadership, veteran leadership.

Assessing the qualities of her teammates, she continued: "Lexi brings a lot of defense.

I've been playing against Lexi for a while.

K, obviously she's won a championship and she's done a lot.

I've been watching these players since I was in college and obviously I had one year under my belt but just being able to get as much information as I can while I'm here." "Theyve been a sponge to me.

I've been really good with them.

I told them to coach me hard and get on me when they need to get on me.

So I really enjoy this and when I leave here, I know I'm going to take a lot from them." Meanwhile, Reese acknowledged that she has relished the opportunity to reunite with former Chicago Sky head coach Teresa Weatherspoon after agreeing to play in the Unrivaled league.

Speaking about their bond after spending working alongside each other during the recent WNBA season before her firing, she said: "Obviously, I've seen her.

Weve worked out in the off season.

"We havent gotten out of touch since I ended the season with her so she's been a great mentor to me.

Shes played in the league and being able to have her always with me is something that's important.

You build relationships with people.

Just because something didn't work out didn't mean it was going to end our relationship.".

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