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Reebok Signs Mystics Rookie Lauren Betts

The deal signals Reebok’s push into WNBA stars with rookies primed for signature shoes.

Overview

  • Reebok announced Wednesday that Washington Mystics center Lauren Betts has joined its basketball roster, making her the brand’s fifth WNBA signee.
  • Betts is reportedly in line for a signature shoe, though Reebok has not announced a release date or product details.
  • She follows Angel Reese, who signed with Reebok in 2024 and released a clothing line and the Angel Reese 1 in 2025, a model that offers a clear blueprint for Betts’ path.
  • Betts, a UCLA national champion and the No. 4 pick in the 2026 draft, reports to Mystics training camp on April 19 before a preseason game on April 25 and a regular-season opener on May 8.
  • Rookie deals are spreading across the league as brands court new pros, with Indiana Fever guard Raven Johnson confirming an Adidas contract this week.