Angel Reese put on a show Sunday afternoon, delivering a historic performance that left fans at Mohegan Sun Arena in awe and solidified her evolution into a complete WNBA player.
The Chicago Sky forward recorded her first career triple-double in a 78-66 win over the Connecticut Sun in Uncasville. With every rebound, dish, and bucket, Reese looked like a player on a mission to silence critics and elevate her team, making a bold statement in just her second season.
Angel Reese’s First Triple-Double Fuels 78-66 Win Over Sun
The 23-year-old Sky forward compiled 11 points, 13 rebounds, and 11 assists in 36 minutes against the Connecticut Sun. She also added three steals and two blocks. Although she shot 2-of-7 from the field, her efficiency from the line (7-of-7 free throws) turned the tide in Chicago’s favor.
TRIPLE-DOUBLE BARBIE 👑
With 11 PTS, 13 REB, and 10 AST 7 minutes into the 4Q, Angel Reese has officially recorded her first career triple-double, and the second triple-double of the season. #WelcometotheW pic.twitter.com/KECvACl6Os
— WNBA (@WNBA) June 15, 2025
To celebrate her first career triple-double, Reese took to Instagram and reposted a graphic from @reebokbasketball, playfully crediting her footwear with the caption, “IT’S THE SHOES.” She later followed up with another Instagram Story, sharing a highlight post from the official @wnba account.
Fresh off winning her third BET Sportswoman of the Year award, the “Chicago Barbie” had faced heavy online criticism for a string of underwhelming performances.
In her previous game against the Atlanta Dream on June 13, Reese posted 12 points and nine rebounds, but the Sky fell 70-88. Her first career triple-double, however, marked a major turning point, silencing critics and reaffirming her value to both the team and the league.
Meanwhile, the Sky bench set the tone early. Hailey Van Lith led the charge with 16 points in just 24 minutes, providing a crucial spark and highlighting Chicago’s depth. Elizabeth Williams added eight points off the bench, the second-highest among reserves.
Chicago held a narrow 38-36 lead at halftime, but closed strong with a 19-12 fourth quarter, ultimately defeating the Sun by 12 points.
For Reese, the milestone resonates beyond the box score. At 23 years old, she becomes one of the youngest players (only second to Caitlin Clark) in league history to achieve a triple-double.
For Chicago, Sunday’s win wasn’t just another notch in the standings. It was a statement. With Reese notching her first triple-double and showing growth as both a playmaker and leader, the Sky are beginning to find their rhythm.
As they prepare to host the Washington Mystics on June 17 and the Phoenix Mercury on June 21, the challenge now is sustaining that energy.
If Reese keeps elevating her all-around game and the supporting cast continues to click, the flashes of brilliance could evolve into a playoff-caliber identity.
