Wendell Carter Jr. Brings Angel Reese’s Signature Shoe to the NBA Stage
There has been plenty of buzz around Wendell Carter Jr. and Angel Reese for months now, and this past week, that conversation reached a new level on an NBA court. With speculation finally turning into open acknowledgment, Carter made a statement that went far beyond words. It was done through his footwear, during a live game, in front of thousands of fans, and it instantly caught attention across basketball and sneaker culture.
During Orlando’s narrow 106–105 win over the Miami Heat at the Kia Center, the result itself was almost secondary to what Carter was wearing. Early in the game, the Magic center stepped onto the floor in the Angel Reese 1, her signature Reebok sneaker, specifically the bold “Receipts Ready” colorway. That moment marked the first time Reese’s shoe was worn in an official NBA game, and it didn’t take long for fans to notice. The meaning behind it was clear, and the reaction was immediate.
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This appearance came shortly after Carter addressed the long-running relationship rumors during an interview on FanDuel TV’s “Run It Back.” With a relaxed smile, he kept things casual but honest, confirming that he and Reese were locked in, even if details were being kept private. Those words already stirred interest, but the on-court gesture turned that interest into a full-blown moment. It was seen as both personal and symbolic, blending support, pride, and timing perfectly.
The buildup to this moment had been steady. Carter had celebrated Reese’s birthday earlier in the year, showed up to the WNBA All-Star Game wearing a shirt featuring her image, and continued to fuel speculation without saying much publicly. Reese, on her side, had been a regular presence around the Magic, often spotted courtside instead of spending her offseason overseas. Every appearance kept the conversation alive.
Interestingly, Carter only wore the Reese sneakers in the first half before switching back to his usual Giannis Antetokounmpo model to close the game. Still, that brief window was enough to make history. By doing so, he became the first NBA player to debut Reese’s Reebok shoe in a game, giving her signature line a powerful crossover moment. It wasn’t just about a relationship nod; it highlighted how Reese’s influence has grown beyond the WNBA and into the broader basketball world.
Adding to the visibility, Reese later appeared courtside again, this time alongside Paige Bueckers, creating yet another talking point for fans. As both stars prepare for the next phase of their careers, moments like these continue to elevate their off-court presence. For Reese, seeing her shoe hit the NBA floor through Carter wasn’t just a headline—it was a clear sign that her brand, impact, and voice in basketball are only getting louder.
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