It was a rough night for rookie forward Angel Reese and the Chicago Sky, who fell to the New York Liberty in a lopsided loss that exposed the team’s offensive struggles — and Reese’s frustration.

Reese finished the game with just 2 points, 5 turnovers, and limited impact on the boards. But what grabbed everyone’s attention wasn’t just her stat line — it was her passionate post-game interview, where she responded to criticism, media pressure, and the scrutiny surrounding her transition into the WNBA.

 A Tough Night at the Office

Reese struggled to find rhythm offensively against a well-coached Liberty squad led by Breanna Stewart and Jonquel Jones. The Liberty’s physical interior defense disrupted her inside game, and forced multiple turnovers as she attempted to drive or pass out of double teams.

 FG: 1-for-7

 5 Turnovers

 Foul Trouble Early

 Only 1 rebound in the second half

The Sky were outmatched on both ends of the court, and Reese never looked fully comfortable in the flow of the game.

Post-Game: Angel Reese Responds

After the game, Reese faced the media and didn’t shy away from the criticism. When asked about her performance, she responded candidly:

“Yeah, I had a bad game. So what? This is the WNBA. Every night isn’t gonna be perfect. I’m learning. I’m growing. I’m not ducking anything.”

She continued:

“People are quick to come at me when I’m down, but I’ve never been the type to fold. Keep that same energy when I bounce back.”

Social Media Divided

Reactions poured in across social media:

“Angel Reese needs to slow down and focus. Five turnovers is not it.”

“She had a bad night, but she’s still a dog. Let her adjust. The hate is weird.”

“Real talk, she’s not above criticism. But respect her for owning up to it.”

Many fans and analysts appreciated Reese’s accountability, while others questioned if the early hype is now becoming a distraction.

 Rookie Growing Pains

It’s worth noting that nearly all rookies struggle in their early WNBA games — especially those facing elite defenders night after night. Reese has shown flashes of her potential, but performances like this are a reminder that the leap from college to pro isn’t easy, even for stars.

Her rebounding instincts, hustle, and competitiveness are still there — but decision-making and composure under pressure will take time to develop.

 Looking Ahead

Reese and the Sky will look to bounce back in their next matchup. The message from her post-game comments was loud and clear: she’s not going to run from the spotlight — even when it’s harsh.

And if we’ve learned anything about Angel Reese, it’s that she uses every setback as fuel.

Final Thoughts

It wasn’t the night Angel Reese wanted, but her fire in the post-game interview might be the spark she — and her team — needed. Not every game will be pretty, but legends aren’t built on perfect nights — they’re built on how you respond after the worst ones.

Keep watching. Angel Reese’s story is still being written.