Terrika Foster-Brasby is a multimedia sports journalist, basketball analyst and sideline reporter. She covers women's basketball and co-hosts Levels to This with Sheryl Swoopes. Her broadcasting work includes CBS Sports and the Connecticut Sun.
Case
Reese won with 46 of 74 votes. Voters defend her impact on Atlanta's defense. Others favor Williams, question the margin or argue for a shared award with Wilson.
Role at the time: Basketball broadcaster and awards voter
Response to this claim
Angel Reese deserved the 2026 WNBA Defensive Player of the Year award.
“My vote for DPOY went to Angel Reese”
Relative to selecting Reese, the author approves the result and identifies her supporting ballot. This is a personal voter statement, not an institutional outlet position.
Statement dates: October 1, 2026
