ESPN’s Harsh Notification on Angel Reese’s “Historically Bad” Shooting Sparks Backlash After Chicago Sky’s Loss to Liberty

Angel Reese had a tough night shooting in Chicago Sky’s disappointing 99-74 loss to the New York Liberty on Thursday — and ESPN’s brutal notification about her performance only added fuel to the fire.

Reese, a former LSU standout, struggled mightily throughout the game, failing to convert a single field goal in her eight shot attempts. ESPN didn’t hesitate to call her out in an app notification, labeling her night as “historically bad shooting.”

The message pointed out that Reese tied a WNBA record for the most missed shots from within four feet of the basket in the last decade.

“Angel Reese goes 0-for-7 from within four feet of basket to tie most misses from that distance in WNBA over past 10 seasons,” the update read.

While Reese grabbed 12 rebounds and fought hard on defense, her offensive struggles stood out painfully. Several of those rebounds came off her own missed shots, and she also committed five turnovers.

The Chicago Sky started strong, holding a brief 12-9 lead, but an 8-0 run by the Liberty quickly swung momentum. By halftime, New York held a commanding 53-32 advantage, eventually cruising to a 99-74 victory.

Reese only managed to score two points late in the game, marking a career low, overshadowed by multiple blocks and turnovers near the basket.

After the game, reactions poured in on social media. Many felt ESPN’s notification was unnecessarily harsh and disrespectful, especially given Reese’s effort on the boards and defense.

Reese and the Sky now hope to rebound when they face the Los Angeles Sparks this Sunday.

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