Angel Reese’s Historic Lowlight: Chicago Sky’s Epic Collapse Overshadowed by Fever’s Triumph
Oh, Angel Reese. The Chicago Sky forward just etched her name in WNBA history, but not in a way anyone would want. In a crushing 99-74 loss to the New York Liberty, Reese went 0-for-8 from the field, scoring a mere two points from free throws in what’s being called the most embarrassing performance of her career. Meanwhile, Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever bounced back with a gritty win over the Atlanta Dream, showing the kind of championship mettle that has fans buzzing. The contrast between these two teams couldn’t be starker, and it’s got everyone talking.
Let’s start with the Sky’s meltdown. Reese’s performance was a comedy of errors, missing four layups in a single possession despite grabbing her own rebounds. Picture this: she snags an offensive board, goes up, misses, grabs another, misses again—rinse and repeat until fans were questioning if she forgot how to score. Social media erupted, with one fan joking, “Girls out here snatching rebounds like exes snatch hoodies.” Her 12 rebounds, eight offensive, were overshadowed by her 23% shooting from within five feet—four out of 17 attempts. Add in five turnovers, a technical foul for arguing with refs, and a loose ball foul, and you’ve got a night to forget.
But Reese’s struggles were just part of the Sky’s historic collapse. Chicago made WNBA history with a negative 60-point differential through their first two games—the worst start ever. They lost to Indiana 93-58, then got obliterated by New York, who set a league record with 19 three-pointers. The Sky scored just nine points in the second quarter—yes, fewer points than you have fingers. Their 24 turnovers led to 27 Liberty points, and their offense, averaging 66 points per game while allowing nearly 100, looked like a different sport. Veteran Courtney Vandersloot admitted, “We haven’t found our groove offensively. We’re out of rhythm, trying to make the wrong play.” Coach Tyler Marsh’s system has failed to gel, and trading for Ariel Atkins hasn’t delivered the playoff push they hoped for.
Social media was merciless. Fans posted clips of Reese’s misses, with one tweeting, “She plays volleyball all day,” questioning her scoring ability. Another asked, “And people say she’s as good as Clark?” The criticism wasn’t just about one game—fans are questioning Reese’s fundamentals, pulling up her rookie season stats to highlight ongoing issues. Her 0-for-7 from within four feet tied for the most misses from that range in a decade, per ESPN. The Sky’s dysfunction has fans calling for changes, with some suggesting Reese should be benched.
Meanwhile, the Indiana Fever showed how to handle adversity. After losing to Atlanta, they regrouped and dominated the rematch, proving they’ve got championship DNA. Caitlin Clark didn’t need gaudy stats to shine—her court vision and decision-making kept the offense flowing, with teammates like Lexi Hull, Aaliyah Boston, and Kelsey Mitchell stepping up. Hull hit crucial shots, Boston owned the paint, and Mitchell delivered clutch plays. Coach Stephanie White praised their “defensive energy and physicality,” noting improved ball movement and execution. This wasn’t just a win; it was a statement about a team that learns, adapts, and plays with cohesion.
The difference is night and day. While the Sky look like strangers thrown together, the Fever trust each other and execute a system that maximizes their talent. Fans are hyped, flooding comments with “Fever Champs” and praising Clark’s leadership. Chicago’s collapse, capped by Reese’s lowlight reel, has them trending for all the wrong reasons. The Fever, though, are building something special, with depth and mental toughness that scream playoff contender. As one fan put it, “Good teams win ugly,” and Indiana’s gritty victory shows they’ve got what it takes. The 2025 season is young, but the Fever are rising, while the Sky—and Reese—need to find answers fast or risk being left behind.
