Satou Sabally's 1-Word Angel Reese Message Catches Attention
Satou Sabally's 1-Word Angel Reese Message Catches Attention originally appeared on Athlon Sports.
The Chicago Sky snapped their three-game losing streak on Sunday, giving themselves a 3-7 record during the 2025 WNBA season. They are now 1-3 during the Commissioner's Cup heading into Tuesday's matchup against the Washington Mystics.
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Chicago was led by 2024 WNBA All-Star forward Angel Reese, who recorded her first career triple-double in the 78 to 66 win against the 2-8 Connecticut Sun. Reese scored 11 points, dished out 11 assists and grabbed 13 rebounds.
Phoenix Mercury forward Satou Sabally, who is averaging 20.6 points and 7.9 rebounds per game this season, sent a quick message about Reese's performance on Sunday.
Sabally's reaction to Reese's performance caught quite a bit of attention. Several fans took to the replies to show their support for the second-year Sky forward as well.
"Amen," one replied.
"She is ah-mazing!" another said.
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"This!!!!!" a fan chimed in.
Phoenix Mercury forward Satou Sabally (0).Steven Bisig-Imagn Images
"Her love is what I didn't expect at all," a fan responded. "Both of them will fight on court but respect themselves."
"Been Been🗣️" one fan commented.
"Satou always showing love to Angel. 🙌🏾," another added.
After spending the first five seasons of her career with the Dallas Wings, Sabally was traded to the Mercury this offseason. Now, she is averaging a career-high 20.6 points and has been a featured player for Phoenix, who is 8-4.
Reese is off to another great start during her second WNBA season, averaging 10.4 points and league-leading 11.9 rebounds per game. She is also averaging 3.5 assists per game, which is dramatically improved from her average of 1.9 in 2024.
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The Sky will play again on Tuesday against the 4-7 Mystics, marking the final game of the Commissioner's Cup for Chicago. Tipoff is set for 8:00 p.m. ET at Wintrust Arena in Chicago, and fourth place in the Eastern Conference will be on the line.
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This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 16, 2025, where it first appeared.
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