Chicago Sky and Indiana Fever now stand together at fourth place in the Eastern Conference standings. It’s been a really good week for Chicago Sky. Just days ago, they were one of the only two winless teams in the W. Fans were already yelling, “Hit the panic button!” And well, Angel Reese & Co. must’ve heard it loud and clear because that’s exactly what they did. In a rematch that felt like a déjà vu from their last battle with Dallas, the Sky showed up with purpose. You could tell they didn’t wanna fall into another losing streak.

Ariel Atkins was on fire again, dropping 26 points like it was no big deal. That 94-83 win was their first road W of the season, and it came against Paige Bueckers-less Wings squad. Also, Courtney Vandersloot came through with 14 points, seven rebounds and seven assists. Reese wasn’t quiet either. She added 14 points, nine boards and two assists. 

Basically, it was a group effort. Atkins summed it up best, giving a shout-out to her teammates, “I think it’s intentionality but I think it’s more chemistry as a team. It’s really getting there.” We know that the Sky have had a lot of changes – new head coach Tyler Marsh, new veterans thrown into the mix – and still, somehow, things are starting to click. 

The on-court chemistry is building. But you know it is a result of their off court bond. Guard Kia Nurse, who signed in February, gave us a little behind-the-scenes scoop. ‘‘It’s a little bit on the court and off the court. We’re beginning to hang out with one another, getting to know each other,” she said. Whether it’s team dinners, their Louisiana trip to play Brazil, or just kicking it after practice, the Sky are putting in the time to bond.

Those seemingly small moments matter. That’s what helps turn a “my turn, your turn” offense into something fluid, where the ball moves with purpose. Marsh wants exactly that – “an offense that doesn’t depend on one person to score,” but instead flows based on matchups and trust. “We just want to be that team that is able to play through our ball movement and our unselfishness to create shots for each other,’’ Marsh said. Looks like Sky Town will get there soon.

Meanwhile, the Wings found themselves stuck in the same loop. The first time they played Chicago, just two days back, they fell behind early and got burned by late-game turnovers and defensive slip-ups, ending in a tight 97-92 loss.  The rematch had same vibes. Dallas got off to another slow start and never really recovered. Even though they put together a mini run here and there, a brutal scoring drought in the second quarter let the Sky regain control. By halftime, the Sky were up three. By the third, up seven. Just two minutes into the fourth, that lead stretched to 12. Dallas couldn’t close the gap.

So yes, back-to-back wins feel great for the Sky. But as the 2X WNBA All-Star reminded everyone and Sky locker room, “The biggest thing for us is to continue to grow every game.” And that growth will be tested real soon. Next stop is Commissioner’s Cup on June 7 sa the Sky will face the Indiana Feve, the same team that absolutely cooked them on opening day, 93-58. It’s time for revenge and they’ve got the momentum. Let’s see if Angel Reese and the crew can keep the good vibes rolling.

For now, Chi-Town Barbie is killing it off-court too.

Angel Reese’s first Reebok sneaker drops soon

Angel Reese is stacking wins left and right, and we’re not just talking about her bounce-back with the Chicago Sky. Off the court, she’s been in full boss mode too. Ever since Reese became one of the most talked-about names in women’s hoops, she’s been steadily building her empire. But now, she’s stepping into an even bigger lane, her very own sneaker. Reese’s first-ever player-exclusive (PE) shoe with Reebok is dropping this week. And it’s everything we expected from her and more. The “Engine A: Pretty Gritty” hits shelves at 10:00 AM EST on June 4 for $120. 

Decked out in pink and black cherry, this limited-edition release is more than just a cute colorway, it’s a tribute to Angel’s rising status as a game-changer. As Reebok put it, this one’s all about “grit, determination, and rising influence.” And if you’ve been following her journey, this moment has been a long time coming.  

Angel inked a NIL deal with Reebok back at LSU, where she was already on a mission to turn heads. “It means the world to me that they trust in me to extend their legacy,” she said about teaming up with one of her longtime mentors, Shaq, when the partnership kicked off in 2023. But don’t get confused… this isn’t even the main event.

Reese’s full signature shoe drops in 2026, and Reebok just gave fans a sneak peek. On May 28, they unveiled her logo: a stylized, halo-crowned “A” with an “R” tucked inside. “Just the beginning,” Reebok teased.  We can’t wait for that, and we’re pretty sure Angel Reese feels the same as she’s also focused on winning on the hardwood.