Angel Reese Records Career-Low 2 Rebounds in Chicago Sky Loss to Phoenix Mercury

Angel Reese, the 2024 WNBA rebounding leader, had a notably off night during the Chicago Sky's 107-86 loss to the Phoenix Mercury, tying her career-low with only two rebounds and limited to 21 minutes of play. Despite her typical dominance on the boards, Reese managed just nine points on a perfect 1-for-1 shooting, alongside two assists, one block, and one steal. The loss marked the Sky's ninth of the season, placing them near the bottom of the WNBA standings, while the Mercury set a franchise record with 17 three-pointers in the game. Reese had recently trademarked the term 'Mebounds,' a phrase coined by critics highlighting her ability to grab offensive rebounds even after missing wide-open layups, possibly as a way to embrace the trolling and monetize it. The Phoenix Mercury's strong performance, including veteran Alyssa Thomas leading the league in assists despite injuries, overshadowed Chicago's struggles and sparked fan debate about the Sky's coaching strategy. Chicago is set to face the Atlanta Dream next, while the Mercury prepare to host the New York Liberty after a few days' rest.