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Angel Reese, a forward for the Chicago Sky, has been suspended for the first half of the upcoming game against the Las Vegas Aces following critical remarks about her teammates. This decision underscores the team’s focus on player safety and respect. As the Sky faces challenges this season with a disappointing record and eliminated from playoff contention, they hope to regroup despite recent turmoil. The Aces, on the other hand, aim to maintain their winning streak in a crucial matchup on Sunday.
Chicago – Angel Reese, a forward for the Chicago Sky, has been suspended for the first half of the upcoming game against the Las Vegas Aces due to her recent comments about her teammates. This decision was announced on Friday, with the Sky emphasizing their commitment to the safety, respect, and well-being of all players. Reese’s remarks included criticism of her teammates’ performances and indicated a potential need for roster changes, particularly targeting veteran player Courtney Vandersloot, whose age and injury status were mentioned.
The suspension comes as the Sky prepare for a matchup against the Aces on Sunday, September 7, 2025, at 9 p.m. EDT. The Sky currently hold a record of 10-31, ranking 4-16 in the Eastern Conference, while the Aces are performing strongly in the Western Conference with a record of 27-14, positioning them at 15-8. The Aces have been particularly formidable at home, with a winning record of 15-5, and have shown resilience in closely contested games, boasting a 5-1 record in matches decided by three points or fewer.
In their last contest, the Aces secured a 97-87 victory against the Minnesota Lynx where A’ja Wilson was a standout player, scoring 31 points. Wilson’s season averages include impressive numbers of 23.6 points, 10.1 rebounds, 1.5 steals, and 2.2 blocks per game. The last game between the Sky and the Aces ended in a 79-74 victory for Las Vegas, where Jackie Young led the Aces with 22 points, showcasing their offensive capabilities.
In contrast, the Chicago Sky have struggled, managing to win only 4 of their 20 away games this season and suffering a significant number of losses, with 21 of those losses coming by 10 points or more. The Sky’s average of 76.1 points per game is overshadowed by the Aces’ defensive prowess, which allows an average of 81.7 points. The Sky’s last 10 games have seen them average just 77.1 points, while their opponents have consistently outscored them with an average of 83.6 points.
The situation has been compounded for the Sky as they have already been eliminated from playoff contention. The team has faced significant challenges this season, particularly with Courtney Vandersloot out for the remainder of the year due to an ACL injury, further disrupting team dynamics. Reese has previously faced disciplinary action, having been suspended earlier for exceeding the technical foul limit, which has raised questions about her conduct and commitment. Although she has attempted to clarify her denouncements, stating they were taken out of context, the impact of her statements continues to reverberate within the team.
As both teams prepare for their matchup, the Aces will look to extend their winning streak, boasting a perfect record of 10-0 in their last 10 games and averaging an impressive 87.4 points per game during that stretch. Meanwhile, the Chicago Sky will seek to regroup and respond positively, despite their recent struggles and team turmoil. With this game marking a pivotal moment for both teams, all eyes will be on the performance and decisions made by the players involved, particularly in light of Reese’s suspension and the implications for team cohesion.
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