Similar to Indiana Fever’s Caitlin Clark, Chicago Sky rookie Angel Reese’s rookie campaign has been off to a good start, especially after making WNBA history recently. However, an interview fiasco left the former LSU Tigers star shook after breaking Candace Parker’s old record.
In a matchup between the Seattle Storm and the Chicago Sky, the former emerged victorious with an 84-71 win. Nneka Ogwumike led the way for the Storm, scoring 24 points and grabbing 12 rebounds. Jewell Loyd had 20 points, while Skylar Diggins-Smith contributed 15 points and eight assists. Ezi Magbegor also recorded a double-double with 13 points and 13 rebounds, along with four blocks.

Despite the loss, Reese set a new WNBA record by recording her 13th consecutive double-double. Reese finished the game with 17 points and 14 rebounds, extending her historic streak. Chennedy Carter led the Chicago with 21 points, and Marina Mabrey added 14 points and six assists.
The Sky started the game strong, taking a 12-3 lead early on, but the Storm battled back to take a one-point lead in the second quarter. The Sky then went on a 10-0 run to regain control, leading by 8 at halftime. However, the Storm dominated the third quarter, outscoring the Sky 29-14 to take a 7-point lead into the fourth quarter. The Storm pulled away in the final minutes to secure the victory.
Chicago Sky Rookie Angel Reese Reveals She Was Shook Over Interview Fiasco

After the game, Reese, head coach Teresa Weatherspoon, and Marina Mabrey were interviewed remotely by the media. Just as they were intently answering questions, a personal conversation was heard from one of the reporters, prompting Reese to be taken aback by the moment. In a post on her official X account, the Chicago rookie shared her thoughts on what happened.
i was shook. 😭🤣 https://t.co/sUXcwwcgiC
— Angel Reese (@Reese10Angel) July 8, 2024
During the post-game press conference, an awkward situation unfolded when a reporter’s open microphone inadvertently broadcast a personal conversation. The conversation, which touched on intimate relationships, was heard by all participants. Reese initially thought she misheard the exchange, but it quickly became apparent that a technical glitch was to blame.

Fortunately, what Reese heard wasn’t an actual conversation at all. Nevertheless, the rookie forward was visibly in shock over what happened, causing that particular moment to trend online.

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