Chicago Sky superstar Angel Reese continued her development into one of the WNBA’s top forwards in 2025. She led the league in rebounding for the second straight season, averaging 14.7 points, 12.6 rebounds and 3.7 assists per game, en route to another All-Star nod.
Reese’s individual numbers improved on both ends of the court compared to her rookie season in 2024, but she was only able to play 30 of 44 games due to injury. Chicago struggled to a 10-34 record under first-year coach Tyler Marsh, leaving Reese without a WNBA playoff appearance in her first two professional seasons out of LSU.
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She had more success in Unrivaled from January to March. She won the inaugural 3-on-3 league championship with Rose BC and was named Defensive Player of the Year.
Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese (5) and head coach Tyler Marsh.Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
It was a curious development early in the current offseason when Unrivaled announced its 2026 rosters – which include two teams and 12 more players than last year – and the The Chicago Sky star wasn’t on the list as a returnee.
At the time of publication, Reese has not officially announced her intention to play for another professional basketball team this offseason, placing her in a rare group with players like Caitlin Clark and A’ja Wilson with a potential WNBA lockout looms. The only hint Reese gave about the offseason was when she said her goal was “I quietly go about my business“.
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But an unexpected social media post on Sunday suggested big news could be on the way – and it got a lot of people’s attention. In response to a fan on X who posted that he had gone missing watching Reese play basketball, the Sky star replied “SOON” with a winking emoji.
“What do you mean by this sister??” said one popular answer.
“Girl, don’t play with our emotions,” one of them begged. answer.
“WHAT DOES THIS MEAN, MOTHER”, shouted one User.
“HOW SOON REESE???” request another.
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Reese shared a few clips on social media of herself working out at the gym, showing that she’s hungry to get back into the game. On October 29, she job “ugh, I miss hoops!” on X.
Although his post on Sunday sparked vague enthusiasm, it left fans with more questions than answers as Angel Reese’s basketball plans remain unknown this offseason.
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This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on November 17, 2025, where he first appeared in the WNBA section. Add Athlon Sports as Favorite source by clicking here.
