Angel Reese missed another game on Sunday when the Chicago Sky faced off against the Phoenix Mercury at Wintrust Arena for a home match.
The outcome remained unchanged for the Sky, who experienced yet another decisive loss, 83-67. This brought Chicago's losing streak to eight games, dropping their record to 7-21 this season.
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Although she missed her second consecutive game and four out of the past five because of a back injury, Reese still showed up to cheer for her team during Sunday's match.
To her supporters, this indicated that Reese could showcase her newest style choice for them. Predictably, the 23-year-old delivered an impressive game-day look.
Reese opted for a bold, high-fashion style for her appearance on Sunday. The two-time All-Star dressed in a black form-fitting short-sleeve shirt with a partial zipper at the front. This outfit blended a athletic aesthetic with a contemporary twist.
Reese matched her shirt with a black pleated mini skirt featuring a broad belt around the waist. The pleating, specifically, introduced motion and depth to her all-black outfit.
A 6-foot-4 forward complemented her look with a black Prada mini handbag featuring a chain strap that exuded opulence and premium urban fashion. Reese styled her hair smoothly and straight, with an eye-catching light-blond highlight on one side.
The ex-LSU athlete shared an impressive outfit on Instagram.
Reese’s Lingering Back Injury
The Sky has not announced a specific schedule for Reese's recovery from her injury. It should be mentioned that she came back after missing two games to compete on Tuesday, only to have to miss the next two matches because of the same back problem.
It remains uncertain whether Reese worsened the injury, but one thing is certain: Chicago won’t jeopardize their star player’s long-term well-being during this stage of the season. Consequently, anticipate the Sky maintaining a conservative strategy when reintroducing Reese, particularly since they have little chance of making the playoffs.
Actually, it wouldn't come as a big surprise if the management chooses to bench Reese for the rest of the season, much like they did during her first year as a rookie.
The current standings place the Sky in last position within the WNBA, holding a 7-21 record. They only lead the worst-performing team, the Connecticut Sun, by 1.5 games, as the Sun sit at 5-22.
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