Angel Reese could have performed better in Chicago Sky’s first game since the WNBA All-Star break. However, the All-Star recorded two rookie records in a losing effort vs. the Phoenix Mercury. The veteran-led Mercury won 85-65, led by gold medalist Kahleah Copper’s 29 points.
Reese recorded her 18th double-double of the season during the blowout with 11 points and 15 rebounds. Reese found herself in historic company as she passed former Sacramento Monarchs star Yolanda Griffith and Los Angeles Sparks legend Candace Parker (tied at 17) for the second-most double-doubles by a rookie in WNBA history.
Not only is the amount of rebounds accumulated impressive, but Reese achieved the feat in historically quick fashion. Reese picked up her 300th rebound of the season. The Sky rookie became the first player WNBA history to secure 300 or more rebounds in their first 25 games.
Reese struggled from the field, as evidenced by her 4-14 field goal shooting, and she couldn’t escape the reach of Mercury veteran center and gold medalist Brittney Griner. Although the Sky lost, they are still in the WNBA playoff picture, as the 10-15 record is enough for the final playoff seed in the Eastern Conference.
While breaking records is great for NBA 2K ratings, Reese looks to rebound in the win column against the Sparks on Aug. 17 at 5 PM Eastern Time.
