Since entering the WNBA in 2022, Rae Burrell has been one of the most enjoyable players to watch on and off the court.

Since her time at the University of Tennessee, the 6-foot-2 guard/forward has excelled as a stand-out player. Burrell was a two-year starter during college and earned All-SEC Second Team honors in 2021. She averaged 12.3 points and 3.9 rebounds per game as a Lady Volunteer, totaling 1,131 points during her collegiate career.

In the 2022 WNBA Draft, the Los Angeles Sparks selected Burrell ninth overall. After sustaining a foot injury during her rookie season, Burrell returned more determined than ever during her sophomore run in 2023. That season, she played in 29 games and averaged 3.6 points per game, with notable performances, including a career-high of 18 points against the New York Liberty.

After showing her resiliency and commitment to rebounding from her injury, the Sparks signed Burrell to a multiyear contract in February 2024, making her one of the team’s prominent players.

Off the court, Burrell is acknowledged as one of the most fashionable players in the league. She transforms the pre-game “tunnel walks” into her personal catwalk by effortlessly blending sporty aesthetics with high-fashion elements.

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Her love of fashion as self-expression bleeds into her self-care, wellness and fitness advocacy. With an aim to prioritize “looking better and feeling better,” Burrell intentionally collaborates with brands that push the importance of physical and mental wellness for athletes and their fans.

As she prepares for the 2025 WNBA season, Blavity spoke with Burrell about her love of basketball, fashion and self-care.

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