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Troubling Angel Reese Trend is Going Viral

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Angelo Guinhawa | Last updated Jun 2, 2025 11:04 PM ET

Chicago Sky star Angel Reese continues to be a rebounding machine, averaging 12.3 rebounds per game so far this 2025 season. However, her offense leaves much to be desired.

Despite expectations that she would improve offensively this campaign, especially with playmaker Courtney Vandersloot returning to the Windy City franchise, that hasn't been the case.

Reese has averaged just 10.0 points through six games, and she's making just 31.1 percent of her shots — a massive drop from her 39.1 percent shooting clip in her rookie year. Her two-point shooting percentage, in particular, dropped to 31 percent from 40 percent.

Amid her offensive woes, one trend about her game that fans have noticed is how she frequently misses her first shot during games. In fact, Reese has missed her first shot in five of the six games she has played so far.

The concerning trend has taken the spotlight thanks to a series of videos by Stadium Live, whose crew has been betting for Reese to miss her first shot since the Sky's first game.

The six videos from Stadium Live have generated over 1 million views combined, with many poking fun at Reese over the ugly streak.

"They are making more than her yearly salary betting on her missing," a commenter wrote, referring to Reese's $74,000 salary for the 2025 season.

"Angel reese feeding families," another follower shared.

A critic claimed, "She’s got 0 post moves her whole bag is just turn around and brick the lay."

"The best defense is an Angel Reese offense!" a social media user remarked.

A fifth poster noted, "She gotta be betting it too."

It remains to be seen if Reese can become a more consistent offensive force for the Sky. One thing certain, though, is that there will be plenty of eyes on her every game — waiting to see whether she makes her first shot or not.

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

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