Angel Reese had a fantastic night after the WNBA returned from its Olympic Break on Thursday, but the Chicago Sky rookie was in no condition to talk about her accomplishments.
The Sky suffered an 85-65 loss against the Phoenix Mercury on Thursday, the league’s first game after going on a break following the All-Star weekend. But despite the lopsided loss, Reese went away with another record-breaking performance.
Angel Reese in motion
Natasha Cloud, #0 of the Phoenix Mercury, posts up against Angel Reese, #5 of the Chicago Sky, during the first half of a WNBA game on August 15, 2024, at Wintrust Arena in Chicago, Illinois.
She scored eight offensive rebounds to set a franchise record for the most in a single season with 120 in the final stretch of her rookie campaign.
Naturally, Reese was asked about breaking the previous mark established by Sylvia Fowles in her post-game presser, but the former LSU star shut the reporter down before she could get her question out.
“I know you care a lot more about results than records, but you set another record today – you set the . . . ” the reporter continued.
Angel Reese looks on Angel Reese, #5 of the Chicago Sky, lines up for a free shot during the second half of a WNBA game against the Phoenix Mercury on August 15, 2024, at Wintrust Arena in Chicago, Illinois. (Melissa Tamez/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)
“I don’t wanna hear about no record,” she interrupted, shaking her head.
Reese produced 11 points and 15 rebounds in the loss to the Mercury, while Brittney Griner came back from her gold medal run in Paris and sank 23 points, nine rebounds, six assists and five blocks.
After the game it was mentioned Angel Reese rather have the wins than the records, and it's been emphasized by herself and Coach Weatherspoon. More proof she rather WIN.
"I don't wanna hear about a record"#SkyTown #WNBA | 🎥: @chicagosky pic.twitter.com/swR3OGOJRE
— Isabelle (@IsabelleMM2) August 16, 2024
Griner became the first player in franchise history to achieve at least 20 points, five rebounds, five assists and five blocks in a game.
Angel Reese and Brittney Griner in action
Reese’s frustrations come as the Chicago Sky and the Indiana Fever now occupy the final two positions in the WNBA’s eight-team postseason bracket.
