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    “See you in the W”: Angel Reese shows love to Raven Johnson with heartfelt message after emotional college farewell

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    Raven Johnson bid farewell to South Carolina with an emotional message after its 79-51 loss to UCLA in the national championship game on Sunday.

    “Thank you for riding with me through every high and every challenge of my college career,” Johnson tweeted. “It may not have ended the way I dreamed, but I’m beyond grateful for the journey, the lessons, and the growth that came with it. You all showed me love, support, and belief even on the toughest days and that’s something I’ll carry with my forever.

    “Every moment, every game, every setback helped shape me into who I am today. This chapter may be closing, but the story isn’t over. Thank you for being part of it and for pushing me to keep going. With love and gratitude, Raven.”

    Angel Reese reposted it and had a heartfelt message for Johnson.

    “Proud of you my booskie. Your journey has been so inspiring, and you’re just getting started. See you in the W! 🤍🙏🏽,” Reese tweeted.

    Reese and Johnson competed against each other at the collegiate level, but they share a friendship off the court. After South Carolina’s 2024 NCAA Tournament win over Iowa, they celebrated via FaceTime.

    Reese has since gone on to become a two-time WNBA All-Star with the Chicago Sky. Johnson is headed to the big leagues, and she’s looking forward to hearing her name called in this year’s draft.

    Raven Johnson projected as a Top 10 pick in the 2026 WNBA draft

    Raven Johnson spent her entire collegiate career with the South Carolina Gamecocks. She was a key part of Dawn Staley’s team that reached three consecutive national championship games. She’s viewed as a consensus Top 10 pick.

    High Point Hoops has the Portland Fire selecting Johnson at No. 7. She’s projected to be the fifth guard off the board.

    Yahoo Sports has Johnson headed to the Washington Mystics at No. 9. Her Gamecocks backcourt partner, Ta’Niya Latson, is projected to be drafted one pick earlier to the Golden State Valkyries.

    Meanwhile, Sporting News also has the Portland Fire selecting Raven Johnson at No. 7. Her stellar defense and improved 3-point ability were cited as reasons for going off the board in the first half of the first round.