Kysre Gondrezick, an ex-WNBA player for the Chicago Sky, has been tapped as Playboy magazine’s Miss June 2025, marking a bold crossover from the basketball court to the world of glamour modeling.
The announcement, made Sunday by TMZ, showcases Gondrezick, 26, in a series of sultry poses that blend athletic poise with Playboy’s signature allure. The photoshoot features the 6-foot-2 athlete in a classic Bunny outfit, highlighting her toned physique honed from years of professional hoops. Gondrezick, drafted fourth overall by the Indiana Fever in 2021, brings a fresh athletic edge to the iconic feature, which has long celebrated beauty and empowerment.
Gondrezick’s journey to the WNBA was steeped in basketball royalty. The daughter of former NBA player Grant Gondrezick and sister to ex-college star Kaila Gondrezick, she starred at West Virginia University, where she averaged 13.9 points per game as a senior in 2021. Injuries and personal challenges sidelined her early in her pro career, including a brief stint with the Fever before signing with Chicago ahead of the 2024 season. Off the court, she’s built a social media following of over 300,000 on Instagram, often sharing fitness tips and motivational posts.
In a nod to Playboy’s evolving brand under parent company PLBY Group, which has leaned into diverse, body-positive representations, Gondrezick’s spread arrives amid the magazine’s digital-first revival.
Here is what Playboy and Gondrezick had to say:
Kysre is the first current female professional basketball player to also take on the Playmate title. Formerly a WNBA player, Kysre now works as a free agent. The two roles, she says, are not in contrast to each other: “What people label as a transition, I embody as evolution. I’m not stepping outside who I am. I’m building a multidimensional brand.”
It’s taken intentional work to get to this level. “Becoming a WNBA player and getting to that level, you put in a lot of work to get there,” she says. “You have to put in even more work to stay there.”
Gondrezick’s personal life has drawn attention, notably her brief, high-profile relationship with Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown. The two, linked romantically after being spotted together at events, parted ways amicably, with Gondrezick later focusing on her career and personal growth. Neither has commented publicly on the split.
The feature has already sparked buzz online, with fans praising her confidence while others debate the intersection of sports and sensuality. As the league pushes for greater visibility for its stars, Gondrezick’s Playboy debut underscores how athletes are redefining their personal brands beyond the baseline.
Flip the pages to see some of the Playboy photos; you won’t be disappointed.
