WNBA legend Sheryl Swoopes has shown strong support for Chicago Sky rookie Angel Reese, a sentiment that Reese clearly reciprocates. On Tuesday night, Swoopes was among the more than 18,000 fans at T-Mobile Arena in Paradise, Nevada, to watch Reese and the Chicago Sky take on the Las Vegas Aces. After the game, Reese shared her admiration for Swoopes by posting a selfie of the two on her Instagram Story.
Despite Reese’s efforts, including her 25th double-double of the season with 12 points and 16 rebounds, Chicago fell to the Aces with a score of 90-71. The loss extended the Sky’s losing streak to seven games, placing them in a precarious position in the WNBA standings. With an 11-22 record, they are tied with the Atlanta Dream for the eighth spot, the last available playoff berth in the 2024 season. The Sky need to break their losing streak to secure a playoff position, and they’ll have their next chance on September 6 when they host the Los Angeles Sparks.
Meanwhile, the game highlighted the dominance of Las Vegas Aces’ star A’ja Wilson. Wilson delivered a stellar performance, scoring 30 points, grabbing 14 rebounds, and recording three blocks, including a memorable rejection of one of Reese’s shots. Wilson’s all-around play underscored why she’s a two-time WNBA Defensive Player of the Year, as she continually frustrated the Sky on both ends of the court.
Fans on social media were quick to praise Wilson’s impressive block on Reese, with many highlighting her ability to dominate the game. One user noted how Reese attempted to challenge Wilson after conceding a basket but struggled due to a lack of elevation on her shot. Despite this, Reese’s determination and effort were evident throughout the game, though her shooting efficiency was lacking, hitting just four of her 12 attempts.
For the Aces, the victory further solidified their already secure playoff position, improving their record to 21-12. In contrast, the Sky’s defeat pushed them closer to missing the playoffs altogether. As the season winds down, every game is crucial for Chicago, and the pressure is on for Reese and her teammates to turn their fortunes around.
