Angel Reese Furious After Sky Coach Picks Cardoso as Team’s Top Star!

CHICAGO — Tensions are boiling within the Chicago Sky organization after head coach Teresa Weatherspoon publicly named rookie phenom Kamilla Cardoso as the team’s “primary focal point” moving forward — a decision that has reportedly left rising star Angel Reese “furious” and blindsided.

The announcement, made during a post-practice press conference earlier this week, sent shockwaves through the WNBA fan base and sparked a fierce online debate. Coach Weatherspoon praised Cardoso’s “unmatched size, poise, and two-way potential,” calling her “the future of this franchise.” While many viewed the statement as a show of confidence in the 6’7″ Brazilian center, others interpreted it as a public demotion of Reese, who has consistently been one of the team’s emotional and competitive leaders.

Reese Reacts: “I Know My Worth”

Though she has not made an official statement, Reese posted a series of cryptic messages on X (formerly Twitter), including:

“Funny how quick they forget who was carrying the load.”
“Politics will never outshine passion. I know my worth.”

The tweets have since gone viral, with fans and analysts dissecting every word. The phrase “sabotaging Angel” began trending shortly after, as fans speculated whether internal politics, favoritism, or deeper issues were at play behind the coaching decision.

Divided Locker Room?

Sources close to the team suggest Reese was not consulted prior to the announcement and felt blindsided by what she perceives as a strategic pivot away from her strengths. One insider noted that Reese believed she had “earned the right” to be the team’s cornerstone after anchoring the Sky through a turbulent 2024 season, where she averaged a double-double and was a leading voice both on and off the court.

“She’s not just mad — she feels disrespected,” the source said. “Angel has put her heart into this team. She’s not going to just sit back quietly.”

Coach Weatherspoon Responds

In response to the growing controversy, Coach Weatherspoon attempted to clarify her remarks in an interview with local media Thursday evening:

“This team is built on talent and teamwork. Kamilla is a special player, and so is Angel. We’re evolving, not excluding. Everyone has a role, and Angel is still a core part of our identity.”

Despite the coach’s attempt to smooth things over, fans and media figures aren’t convinced — especially given the timing, just weeks into the new season.

A Larger Conversation

The fallout has reignited conversations about how Black women are treated in professional sports, particularly outspoken and confident athletes like Reese. Commentators have drawn parallels to past controversies involving athletes like Serena Williams, Brittney Griner, and even Reese’s college nemesis-turned-ally, Caitlin Clark.

“This feels like a classic case of a vocal, powerful Black woman being punished for her presence,” said ESPN analyst Monica McNutt. “Angel’s not asking for handouts — she’s asking for respect.”

What’s Next for Angel?

Whether this rift can be repaired remains to be seen. For now, Reese remains with the team, but the tension is undeniable. Trade rumors, previously nonexistent, have begun to swirl. If unresolved, this drama could overshadow what was supposed to be a breakout season for the Chicago Sky.

One thing’s for sure — Angel Reese won’t stay silent, and the basketball world will be watching.