ESPN’s Unrivaled power rankings placed Rose BC dead last, but Angel Reese and her squad had other plans. Against all odds, they flipped the script, battled through adversity, and proved why the rankings meant nothing. The so-called bottom-ranked team? Champions of the inaugural Unrivaled season. So, how could fans not respond? But, this time spectators were as agitated as ever.
And honestly, they’ve got a reason. The irony is striking—ESPN, a network built on sports credibility, failed to see what was right in front of them: a team with heart, resilience, and sheer dominance. Instead, they dismissed Rose BC while hyping up Lunar Owls and Phantom. Now, after an unforgettable playoff run, the Roses have forced every doubter—including ESPN—to eat their words.
Reese, playing with an undeniable chip on her shoulder, was a force on the boards. She led the league with 12.1 rebounds per game, delivered a historic 22-point, 21-rebound performance, and earned Defensive Player of the Year honors. Even when a hand injury kept her out of the championship game, her impact had already been cemented.
Despite being sidelined for the championship, Reese never wavered in her support. As her teammates prepared to take the floor, she took to social media with a rallying cry: “COME ON ROSEBUDSSSSS!” The message wasn’t just words—it was a testament to the bond within the team.
With Reese out, the weight fell on Chelsea Gray, Brittney Sykes, and Azurá Stevens. And they delivered. Gray torched Vinyl’s defense with 18 points and 8 assists, while Stevens put on a rebounding clinic, grabbing 18 boards. Their collective effort secured a 62-54 win and sealed Rose BC’s championship moment.
This urged spectators to dive into the comment section to back up Rose BC and Reese. “@ESPN what yall gotta say now????????? #Unrivaled” penned a spectator.
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