Chicago Sky Announce Angel Reese Update for Indiana Fever Game
Can Angel Reese Return for Chicago's Showdown with Indiana?
Sky Forward Remains Questionable After Back Injury
Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese missed Thursday night’s game against the Seattle Storm due to a back injury. This absence contributed to the Sky’s second consecutive blowout loss, dropping their record to 7-17 and leaving them five games behind a playoff spot. The injury to Reese, a two-time All-Star averaging 13.8 points and 12.5 rebounds this season, is a major concern for a Chicago team with little room for error.
Reese Tests Back Ahead of Sunday’s Game
While Reese was officially listed as questionable on the injury report, she was seen participating in individual drills on Saturday, seemingly testing her back ahead of Sunday's afternoon matchup against the Indiana Fever at home.
The Sky’s injury report for the game against the Fever is extensive:
- Ariel Atkins (leg) - OUT
- Moriah Jefferson (leg) - OUT
- Angel Reese (back) - QUESTIONABLE
- Hailey Van Lith (ankle) - QUESTIONABLE
- Michaela Onyenwere (knee) - QUESTIONABLE
Reese's status being labeled as questionable instead of ruled out a day in advance is positive news. It suggests the injury isn’t overly serious, aligning with comments from head coach Tyler Marsh who has described Reese’s back issue as day-to-day.
Possible Clash of Stars Absent?
This Sunday's game could see both Angel Reese and Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark sidelined due to injuries – Clark is expected to miss the contest because of a groin injury.