The Chicago Sky looked every bit like the dangerous contender fans expected, storming to a 74–69 preseason win over the Minnesota Lynx at Wintrust Arena. Angel Reese, fresh off her Met Gala appearance, scored nine points and pulled down eight rebounds. But it was her spin move in the second quarter that lit up the crowd and social media.
With the season opener just 11 days away, the Sky sent a clear message: they’re ready to be one of the WNBA’s top teams in 2025. If Reese and the rest of the squad keep playing with this kind of energy, Chicago fans have every reason to believe this team won’t be part of someone else’s story—they’ll be writing their own.
Angel Reese’s Signature Spin Move Steals the Show
As the lights dimmed and the Wintrust Arena scoreboard reset to zero, quiet anticipation spread through the 4,688 fans in the stands. Chicago’s offseason moves—highlighted by the addition of sharpshooter Alex Wilson and the return of defensive anchor Alanna Smith—had fans buzzing.
Still, it was 21-year-old Angel Reese who stood out as both the emotional leader and driving force on the court.
Minnesota jumped to an early lead by pressuring the perimeter and forcing turnovers, hitting just 16.7% of their first-quarter shots but still building a 13-point cushion. Chicago answered with a huge second quarter. A 15–2 run—fueled by threes from Courtney Vandersloot and Alex Wilson—flipped the game.
MORE: Angel Reese Reacts to Busy Birthday
By halftime, the Sky led 36–32. The Lynx fought back in the third, cutting the deficit to a one-possession game four times.
Midway through the second quarter, with Chicago clinging to a small lead, Reese broke free on a fast break. Facing a Lynx defender near the elbow, she spun 360 degrees and left her defender behind before sinking a left-handed floater.
Just days earlier, she had posted a 15-point, 10-rebound double-double in an exhibition win over Brazil—another sign of how versatile her game is becoming.
Voices from the Sidelines and Social Media
All eyes were on Reese, whose rookie season proved she was a major presence in the post. Her spin move was replayed on the Jumbotron and went viral on social media.
With 4,688 fans cheering, the energy felt more like a playoff game. Sky head coach Tyler Marsh said, “The more you’re around Angel, the more you understand how she’s able to balance the schedule she has on and off the court. Her willingness to maintain and create time is something that doesn’t get talked about enough. She always finds a way to get into the gym.”
The WNBA’s official social feed captured the moment: “ANGEL REESE WITH THE SPIN MOVE 🌪️.”
Fans on X (formerly Twitter) reacted quickly, praising her footwork and poise. One user said “Chicago looks dangerous,” while another said, “She been working on her game fr, that was under control (IYKYK).”
The praise didn’t stop. Some posts were just fans in awe, while others suggested Chicago could be a dark-horse contender this year.
One fan said, “Her offensive game has improved a lot!! Unrivaled definitely helped!”—a nod to Unrivaled, the 3v3 league co-founded by WNBA stars Napheesa Collier and Breanna Stewart.
Another fan kept it simple, tying it to her birthday week: “She really out there giving us gifts on her birthday.”
What Lies Ahead for the Chicago Sky
With the regular-season opener against the Indiana Fever coming up on May 17, Chicago will play two more preseason games—at home against Connecticut and on the road against Dallas.
The Sky’s rematch with the Lynx on May 10 in Minneapolis will be a key test. Minnesota reached the Finals last year, swept Chicago in all four regular-season meetings, and still sees the Sky as a team they need to beat.
If Reese’s spin move is any hint, the Sky aren’t just here to compete. They’re here to make headlines.