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Concerning Chicago Sky Development Emerges Amid Angel Reese Absence

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Max Escarpio | Last updated Sep 10, 2025 2:56 PM ET

Angel Reese has emerged as one of the biggest stars in the WNBA over the past two seasons with the Chicago Sky.

Reese entered the WNBA with high expectations and a massive following on and off the court following an incredible college career.

She found success in her first year with the Sky and it was quickly translated to her second season in the league under head coach Tyler Marsh.

While Reese has taken another step forward this season, the Sky have greatly struggled.

Chicago will miss the WNBA playoffs with a 10-33 record, ranked as the No. 12 team in the WNBA.

According to Polymarket Hoops, the Sky are 1-12 without Angel Reese in the lineup.

Reese has missed several games due to injury and has also been suspended on various occasions by the WNBA and/or Chicago Sky.

The Chicago Sky are 1-12 without Angel Reese. pic.twitter.com/QW22bcvjRg
— Polymarket Hoops (@PolymarketHoops) September 10, 2025

The Chicago Sky will play their final game of the season on Thursday. Chicago is set to face the New York Liberty, heading into the game after losing three straight matchups.

Before playing the Liberty, Chicago suffered two losses to the Las Vegas Aces and one loss to the Indiana Fever, who are playing without Caitlin Clark and Sophie Cunningham.

Throughout her second season in the WNBA, Angel Reese has posted 14.7 points, 12.6 rebounds and 3.7 assists per game for the Chicago Sky.

Reese has missed the last three games for the Sky, currently nursing a back injury that's been lingering throughout the season.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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