2 Minutes Ago: Chicago Sky GM DISRESPECTS Angel Reese in LIVE PRESS CONFERENCE — “We Will Drop Her!”
In a moment that shocked fans and sent social media into a frenzy, Chicago Sky General Manager Jeff Pagliocca made an eyebrow-raising comment during a live press conference Monday afternoon, appearing to publicly question Angel Reese’s future with the franchise.
The comment came after a reporter asked about the team’s long-term vision and how Reese, who has been a central figure on and off the court, fits into the picture. While many expected the GM to offer standard praise or a neutral response, his answer took a surprising and pointed turn.
“Look, if things don’t change, we will drop her. Simple as that,” Pagliocca said, before quickly shifting to discuss the team’s performance as a whole. “Nobody is above the team, and everyone has to earn their place every game, every practice, every day.”
The moment sent immediate shockwaves through the press room, with reporters stunned by the bluntness of the remark. Within minutes, clips of the comment went viral online under hashtags like #DropAngel and #SkyDrama, and fans began speculating about tension between Reese and the Sky leadership.
A Rising Star Under Fire?
Angel Reese, one of the most talked-about rookies in the WNBA, has drawn massive fan attention for both her performance and her unapologetic personality. Averaging a near double-double and coming off a breakout performance last week, Reese has been praised for her hustle, rebounding, and leadership.
But behind the scenes, there have been whispers of locker room tensions, disagreements with coaching staff, and friction with teammates — rumors the team has largely dismissed until now.
Pagliocca’s comments suggest those tensions may be more real than previously acknowledged.
Fan Backlash Begins
Fans quickly took to social media to defend Reese and criticize the GM’s tone.
“Did the GM really just say that on LIVE TV? Disrespectful to a rookie who’s been carrying your franchise!”
“You drop Angel Reese, and the Sky drop into irrelevance. Know your star power.”
“If Angel’s energy is the problem, maybe the problem is the leadership, not her.”
Some fans began demanding clarification or even called for Pagliocca to apologize publicly.
Angel Reese Responds… Sort Of
Shortly after the press conference, Reese posted a cryptic message on X (formerly Twitter):
“Bet. Watch this.”
She also changed her profile picture to a silent image of her mid-game, staring straight into the camera — a move fans interpreted as her response to being challenged.
No official statement has come from her agent or the Chicago Sky organization regarding the incident.
A PR Misstep or Something Deeper?
Sports analysts are divided on whether Pagliocca’s comment was a heat-of-the-moment misstep or a calculated shot across the bow. Some believe it was an attempt to motivate Reese or reassert control in a locker room full of strong personalities. Others say it crossed a line, especially for a young player who has brought national attention and a new fanbase to the franchise.
“This is not how you develop young talent — this is how you alienate it,” said former WNBA coach and ESPN analyst Carolyn Peck. “Public threats don’t build trust.”
What’s Next?
All eyes now turn to the Sky’s next game and whether the drama spills onto the court. Will Reese respond with a monster performance? Will the GM walk back his comments? And could this be the beginning of a deeper rift that leads to a trade or even early departure?
One thing is certain: In just two minutes of press time, the Chicago Sky may have ignited one of the biggest WNBA storylines of the
