“She Couldn’t Hold Back Her Tears”: Angel Reese Breaks Silence After Devastating Season-Ending Injury

Angel Reese, the rising star of the Chicago Sky and one of the most talked-about rookies in the 2025 WNBA season, was brought to tears after a devastating wrist injury forced her out for the remainder of the season. The news, confirmed late Monday night by team officials, sent shockwaves through the WNBA world and left fans reeling.

The injury occurred during the third quarter of Sunday’s high-stakes matchup against the New York Liberty. Reese attempted a contested layup and came down awkwardly on her right wrist after being fouled mid-air. She was seen visibly wincing in pain, clutching her wrist as trainers rushed to her side. Although she initially tried to shake it off, it quickly became clear something was seriously wrong.

By Monday afternoon, team doctors confirmed that Angel had suffered a complex fracture in her shooting wrist, requiring immediate surgery and ruling her out for the rest of the season.

In a raw and emotional Instagram post, Reese finally addressed her fans:

“I’m filled with emotions right now. This year has been a rollercoaster, and to have it end like this… hurts more than I can describe. I gave it my all, every game, every practice. Thank you to everyone who’s been supporting me since Day 1. What a year it’s been.”

The caption ended with a heartbreak emoji and the hashtag #UnfinishedBusiness, hinting at a determined return in 2026.

Angel Reese’s rookie campaign had been under a constant spotlight—not just for her skills on the court but also due to her polarizing presence, social media influence, and tense moments with fellow rookies like Caitlin Clark and Kamilla Cardoso. Yet regardless of drama, Reese had averaged an impressive 12.4 points and 9.2 rebounds per game, showing flashes of the dominance that made her a college legend at LSU.

The Sky’s head coach, Teresa Weatherspoon, got emotional in a press conference when asked about Reese:

“Angel is a warrior. She worked harder than anyone to prove she belonged. This injury is a blow not just to us as a team but to the league. She’s got the heart of a champion, and I know she’ll be back stronger.”

WNBA players and legends flooded her comment section with support. Candace Parker commented, “Keep your head up, champ,” while A’ja Wilson tweeted, “This league needs Angel Reese. Heal up quick, sis.”

This injury is not just a personal setback for Reese, but it could also impact the Sky’s playoff hopes. Without their emotional leader and key rebounder, the team will have to find a new identity on the court.

Still, fans are hopeful that this early adversity will only add fuel to Reese’s already burning fire. As one fan posted under her Instagram:

“It’s not the end—it’s the beginning of your comeback story.”

Time will tell how this setback shapes Angel Reese’s legacy. But one thing is certain—her silence has broken, and now the real journey begins.