Angel Reese's Behavior Toward Paige Bueckers Draws Attention After Chicago Sky's First Win
Angel Reese's Behavior Toward Paige Bueckers Draws Attention After Chicago Sky's First Win originally appeared on Athlon Sports.
The Chicago Sky held on Thursday night to secure a 97–92 victory over the Dallas Wings, led by a career-high 23 points from Kamilla Cardoso, who also added eight rebounds. The win marked Chicago's first of the WNBA season, improving their record to 1–4.
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Both the Sky and the Wings feature young rosters and are expected to experience some growing pains this season. The two teams will face off again on Saturday, this time in Dallas.
Late in Thursday's game, a lighthearted moment drew attention when Angel Reese approached Wings rookie and No. 1 overall pick Paige Bueckers with a smile. Reese appeared to crack a joke, prompting Bueckers to walk away smiling and shaking her head — a brief exchange that quickly caught the eye of fans online.
Check it out:
Fans reacted to the interaction:
"Funny how they love and respect one another," a fan said.
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Another fan posted, "I love Paiges reaction to angel! They are both my favs!"
"I love how everyone loves Paige," someone else added.
One more fan commented, "They act like professionals to each other as they should. No flagrant fouls or shoves out of bounds. Just mutual respect."
Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese (5).Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
Bueckers finished the game with 15 points, eight assists, five rebounds, three steals, and three blocks — showcasing her all-around impact. Reese, meanwhile, recorded six points, nine rebounds, and five assists while shooting 2-for-6 from the field.
In a surprising move, Reese saw a noticeably reduced role from head coach Tyler Marsh. She played just 25 minutes — fewer than teammates Courtney Vandersloot, Ariel Atkins, and Kamilla Cardoso — despite her strong presence on the boards.
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Related: Chicago Sky Announce Big News on Thursday
This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on May 30, 2025, where it first appeared.
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