STWF Sports|Nov. 19, 2025 – Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese may be navigating an uncertain professional offseason, but her off-court life just became a lot clearer. Orlando Magic big man Wendell Carter Jr. has officially confirmed their long-rumored relationship—doing so with confidence, humor, and a little bit of national TV charm.
During an appearance on FanDuel TV’s Run It Back, the 26-year-old Carter didn’t shy away from questions about his connection to the WNBA star. Asked directly by Chandler Parsons whether he and Reese were dating, Carter flashed a grin before giving the moment its viral headline.
“That’s the homie for sure. We locked in,” he said, prompting laughter from the panel.
Michelle Beadle quickly interjected, joking that referring to Reese as “the homie” may not go over smoothly once the inevitable text message arrives. Former NBA guard Lou Williams also jumped in, advising Carter to tread carefully when choosing his words.
“When you get that text message? ‘Oh, homie?’” Williams teased. “I was gonna stay out of it, but don’t work that one now.”
Carter, realizing the moment needed clarity, delivered the line that made headlines across the basketball world:
“That’s my girl, though. We locked in for sure.”
Hints Have Been Building for Months
While this was Carter’s first public confirmation, Reese has been quietly—and sometimes not so quietly—dropping clues for months.
Earlier this month, she posted a photo wearing an Orlando Magic cap. She and Carter were spotted together at her 23rd birthday celebration in May. In July, Carter was seen courtside at the WNBA All-Star Game wearing a shirt adorned with Reese’s face. And in August, Reese shared a TikTok of her attending UFC 319 in Chicago labeled “Date Night,” with Carter visible in the background wearing a gray jacket.
Reese has also been a regular presence at Magic games, supporting Carter through the early stages of the NBA season.
A Tumultuous Chicago Sky Season Still Looms Over Her Future
While the relationship reveal has fans buzzing, the bigger basketball storyline remains Reese’s uncertain future with the Chicago Sky.
The Sky endured a brutal 2024 campaign, finishing 13th out of 14 teams with a 10–34 record—a stark contrast to preseason hopes that the franchise was turning a corner. Reese delivered a modest individual rookie season, showing stretches of promise but also enduring growing pains as Chicago struggled with roster inconsistency, injuries, and locker-room tension.
The 23-year-old made national headlines late in the year for a fiery outburst criticizing her teammates’ effort and professionalism. Though she issued an apology soon after, frustration within the organization lingered, sparking rumors that Reese may seek a change of scenery in 2025.
Chicago has not yet commented publicly on her long-term place in head coach Teresa Weatherspoon’s system, but league insiders expect the Sky’s offseason to be turbulent—and Reese’s name will be central to every conversation.
New Opportunities on the Horizon
In the meantime, Reese is embracing her offseason with renewed energy. She has been linked to a potential 5×5 basketball tournament next year, where speculation suggests she could team up with longtime collegiate rival Caitlin Clark. The possibility of the two most talked-about players in the sport sharing a court rather than splitting headlines has only amplified fan interest.
For now, Reese is steering clear of the uncertainty surrounding her WNBA future. Instead, she’s enjoying life, building a high-profile relationship, and staying visible across social media and major sporting events.
As the Sky plot their next steps, and as Carter continues anchoring Orlando’s frontcourt, the basketball world will undoubtedly keep watching one of the WNBA’s rising stars—both on and off the floor.
