Kamilla Cardoso reaches out to Caitlin Clark after getting Angel Reese as her teammate
Following their selection by the Chicago Sky in the 2024 WNBA Draft, former collegiate rivals Kamilla Cardoso and Angel Reese found themselves on the same team in a moment that touched basketball fans all around the country. The basketball community was excited as the two exceptional players—who are renowned for their supremacy on the court—shared a moving moment that was tweeted.
"Nobody is going to get any rebounds on us.” 🗣️
Kamilla Cardoso is fired up about teaming up with Angel Reese in Chicago
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Cardoso’s excitement at being selected as the third overall pick—Reese coming in second at the seventh spot—was captured in a video that was posted with the tweet, which also featured genuine emotion from the draft night. Cardoso’s declaration in the video, “Nobody is going to get any rebounds on us,” perfectly captures the tremendous desire and self-assurance that both players bring to the game.
Reese and Cardoso used to be the bitterest enemies.
For Cardoso and Reese, who had previously competed against each other as rivals on the college scene, the draft signified the end of an amazing journey. Cardoso, who was well-known for her strong presence in the paint and her ability to block shots, left her imprint at South Carolina, where her career culminated in a win in the national championship. A formidable force at LSU, Reese won awards for her achievements during her time there by showcasing her adaptable skill set and perseverance.
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Their entry into the professional ranks marks the beginning of a new chapter in their basketball career, as they work together to strengthen the Chicago Sky’s roster. The Sky is ready to make an impact in the forthcoming WNBA season thanks to Cardoso’s commanding presence in the post and Reese’s explosive playmaking ability.
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A powerful frontcourt tandem poised to make their impact on the league has arrived, as seen by the tweet that captured Cardoso’s proclamation, which acts as a rallying cry for both supporters and opponents. Cardoso and Reese are eager to start this new chapter together and live up to their promise of dominance for the Chicago Sky on the boards.
