Angel Reese was not on the court for the Chicago Sky’s game against the Phoenix Mercury on Sunday, September 15. This is after the rookie sensation suffered a season-ending wrist injury that required her to undergo surgery. Despite not being able to help her team during the game,
Reese has been doing everything she can to be a supportive teammate as the Sky battle for a spot in the WNBA Playoffs. This was exactly the case on Sunday night as Reese put on her coaching cap to try and assist her team from the sidelines. At one point in the game, the 22-year-old was having a rather animated conversation with Chicago head coach Teresa Weatherspoon — a moment that immediately went viral on social media. SPOON JUST GIVE HER THE WHITEBOARD PLS pic.twitter.com/OgAdqLsoTH — e (@e__gsa)
September 15, 2024 As of writing, the above clip has already amassed close to 150,000 views in less than 10 hours since it was posted. It is unclear what Reese told her coach as well as what Weatherspoon’s response was. However, there’s no denying that Angel is doing everything she can from the sidelines to try and help the Sky get a win.
Unfortunately for Chicago, this just wasn’t the case on Sunday. They suffered their third straight loss after falling to the Mercury, 93-88. The Sky now have a record of 13-25 and are in a three-way tie with the Washington Mystics and the Atlanta Dream for the eighth and final playoff spot.
Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese (5) waits to enter the game against the Las Vegas Aces. Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images Chicago returns to action on Tuesday, September 17, when they face off against the Dream in a contest that could determine which team heads into the postseason. Related: WNBA Commissioner Makes Blunt Admission About Controversial Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese Message Related: Caitlin Clark Fans Rip Sheryl Swoopes After Announcement From Angel Reese’s Podcast Related: Angel Reese Breaks Silence on Rumors About Her Love Life.
