Angel Reese had an outstanding performance, scoring 25 points and grabbing 16 rebounds to lead the Chicago Sky to a thrilling 88-87 victory over the Indiana Fever in Illinois. Despite a franchise-record 13 assists from Fever’s Caitlin Clark, who also contributed 17 points, Reese’s stellar play stole the show. This victory marked the first time Reese had beaten Clark since the 2023 NCAA championship game. The Sky’s win ended the Fever’s four-game winning streak and marked their first victory of the season against their opponents.
Chicago found themselves trailing by 15 points, with the score at 82-70 and only 6:38 remaining in the game. However, Reese’s impressive performance, with 10 points and five rebounds during that crucial period, sparked their comeback. With the scores tied at 88-88 and only 2:30 left on the clock, Reese gave the Sky a two-point lead. Kennedy Carter and Camilla Cardoso both made one of two free throws to extend the lead to 88-84 with 27 seconds remaining. Although Fever’s Aliyah Boston managed to make it a one-point game with a three-pointer, her team failed to convert on their final two shot attempts, allowing Chicago to secure the victory.
Reese’s double-double in this game marked her eighth consecutive match with such an impressive performance, extending her own WNBA rookie record. When asked about her consistent high-level performance, Reese attributed it to her relentless drive, stating, “I’m a dog. You can’t teach that.” She emphasized her dedication to doing whatever it takes to win and providing energy for her teammates, regardless of the scoreline.
In other games around the league, the New York Liberty climbed to the top of the standings with a dominant 96-75 win over the Atlanta Dream. Sabrina Ionescu led the way with 26 points, recording back-to-back 20+ point games. The Connecticut Sun, who are currently in second place, suffered their second consecutive loss, falling 72-61 to the Seattle Storm. Stefanie Dolson put on a show for the Washington Mystics, scoring 18 points, including four three-pointers, in a 92-84 victory over the Dallas Wings. The Minnesota Lynx also secured a win, beating the Phoenix Mercury 73-60.
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