WNBA: Chicago Sky at Indiana Fever Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese (5) in the first half against the Indiana Fever at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

Chicago Sky receiving shame for Angel Reese Player of the Game post after 93-58 loss

Originally posted on ChiCitySports | By Jordan Sigler | Last updated May 18, 2025 12:04 PM ET

There was little doubt that Angel Reese was the best player on the court for the Chicago Sky on Saturday. Reese recorded a double-double, scoring 12 points and 17 rebounds in a game the Indiana Fever won 93-58 in front of 17,274 fans at Gainbridge Arena.

Reese only had one assist, made no steals or blocks, and gave up five turnovers in the loss. She was a -20 on the court. Those numbers don’t sound impressive, but newcoming starters Courtney Vandersloot, Kia Nurse, and Ariel Atkins combined for just 19 points, eight assists, and eight rebounds.

Saturday’s game was a shock for the Sky, who were shot out of the building by Caitlin Clark and the Fever. Clark was the best player on the court, recording a triple-double on 20 points, 10 rebounds, and 10 assists. She also recorded two steals and four blocks.

The Chicago Sky’s Player of the Game

WNBA: Chicago Sky at Indiana Fever Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese (5) in the first half against the Indiana Fever at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

Following the game, the Sky posted that Reese was Chicago’s Player of the Game for her efforts in recording a double-double in the 35-point defeat.

Double Double for 5⃣

presented by @MagellanCorp | #skytown pic.twitter.com/OC4QuYeKVm

— Chicago Sky (@chicagosky) May 17, 2025

Sky face backlash for Angel Reese post

WNBA: Chicago Sky at Indiana Fever Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark (22) and Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese (5) shake hands before the game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

Fans on social media taunted the Sky for making Reese the Player of the Game after she was outplayed by the Fever on Saturday.

“Celebrating a losing effort,” posted a fan.

“Didn’t know we gave out POTG awards for teams that lost by 35,” wrote another.

“On 5-14 shooting. You can’t be serious,” suggested a fan.

“Losing by 35 shouldn’t warrant a play of the game recognition… So basically everyone is getting participation trophies,” believes a poster.

“Y’all still gassing these double doubles while losing by almost 40 as if it means something,” commented another.

“More shot attempts than points..,” posted a fan.

WNBA: Chicago Sky at Indiana Fever Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark (22) fouls Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese (5) in the second half at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

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