Chicago Sky rookie sensation Angel Reese has announced that her historic debut season in the WNBA has come to an abrupt end due to a season-ending wrist injury. The news comes as a shock to fans and the league, as Reese was in the midst of a record-breaking campaign and the Sky are currently fighting for the final playoff spot.Despite the premature conclusion to her season, Reese’s impact on the court has been nothing short of remarkable. She finishes her rookie year averaging 13.6 points and 13.1 rebounds per game, setting the record for the highest rebound average in WNBA history. Reese also shattered the rookie record with 26 double-doubles and broke the league’s record for total rebounds in a season with 446, including a record 172 on the offensive end.Reflecting on her shortened but impressive season, Reese expressed gratitude and confidence in her social media announcement: ‘What a year. I never would have imagined the last bucket of my rookie season would be a 3 but maybe that was God saying give them a taste of what they will be seeing more of in Year 2 lol.’. She added, ‘Through it all, I have showed that I belong in this league even when no one else believed.’ The timing of Reese’s injury is particularly challenging for the Chicago Sky, who are currently tied with the Atlanta Dream for the eighth and final playoff spot. The team will now have to navigate the remainder of the season without their star rookie, who had become a cornerstone of their success.While Reese’s absence will be felt on the court, she has vowed to remain an active presence for her team, stating, ‘You’ll still see me being the biggest cheerleader on the sideline!’. Looking ahead, Reese is already setting her sights on future opportunities, including participating in the debut season of the women’s professional 3-on-3 league ‘Unrivaled’ in January.As the WNBA season enters its final stretch, the impact of Reese’s injury on the Rookie of the Year race remains to be seen. Prior to her injury, Reese was in close competition with Caitlin Clark of the Indiana Fever for the prestigious award.
Key points
- Angel Reese’s rookie WNBA season has ended prematurely due to a wrist injury.
- Reese set multiple WNBA records, including highest rebound average (13.
- The Chicago Sky are now facing a challenge in securing a playoff spot without Reese.
- Reese plans to play in the new 3-on-3 league ‘Unrivaled’ in January.
1) and most double-doubles by a rookie (26).
