Angel Reese FREEZES OUT Lexie Hull, DISAPPEARS in 2nd Half of HORRIBLE Unrivaled LOSS! What Did She Even Do?

The Unrivaled basketball league was supposed to be Angel Reese’s stage, a platform where she could showcase her dominance, silence the critics, and prove that she could carry a team on her back. Instead, in what can only be described as a disastrous performance, Reese and her team, The Rose, suffered a brutal 71-62 loss.

But the real story of the night wasn’t just the loss—it was how Angel Reese completely froze out her teammate Lexie Hull on a critical possession and then vanished in the second half, leaving her team struggling with no real answer.

A First Half Filled with Missed Opportunities

For the first half, Reese put up decent numbers, finishing with eight points and ten rebounds in 13 minutes of play. She was four-of-nine from the field and already looking like her usual self—grabbing boards, being active in the paint, and drawing defensive attention.

However, the warning signs were already there. Reese continued to force shots inside, refusing to look for open teammates. Even when Lexie Hull had a wide-open layup, Reese ignored her completely, choosing instead to take a contested shot and miss.

It was a stunning lack of court awareness—Hull was standing completely alone under the basket, waving her hands, practically begging for the ball. But instead of making the smart pass, Reese kept the ball, drove to the rim, and blew the layup.

It was a moment that had Chicago Sky fans watching in horror, because they had seen this same selfish playstyle last season.

A Second Half Meltdown

Then came the second half—and Angel Reese disappeared.

Zero points.
Zero impact.

The 22-year-old completely vanished, unable to find her rhythm and failing to contribute on offense. She finished the game four-of-ten from the field, and only managed three more rebounds after halftime.

The frustration grew as Reese got into foul trouble, racking up four personal fouls, forcing her to spend significant time on the bench. Meanwhile, Chelsea Gray was doing everything she could to keep the team in the game, dropping 38 points in an absolutely heroic performance—but it wasn’t enough.

Where was Reese?
Where was her impact?

For someone who has built her brand on being one of the biggest names in the game, her performance in this high-profile matchup was a complete letdown.

Lexie Hull’s Struggles & The Impact of Being Frozen Out

Now, let’s be clear—Lexie Hull wasn’t exactly lighting up the scoreboard either. She finished the game one-of-nine from the field, struggling to find any sort of rhythm.

But how much of that was due to Reese’s unwillingness to pass?

Basketball is about trusting your teammates, and when you shut them out, their confidence plummets. Hull’s wide-open miss after being ignored by Reese wasn’t just a missed basket—it was a sign of a broken offensive system, where players weren’t being put in positions to succeed.

Instead of working together, The Rose played like a collection of individuals, and Reese’s refusal to share the ball was a major factor in the team’s struggles.

What This Means for the Chicago Sky

If you’re a Chicago Sky fan, you should be worried.

This game exposed some of the same bad habits that made Reese’s rookie season in the WNBA so frustrating to watch:

Refusal to pass in the post
Inefficiency around the rim
Foul trouble taking her out of games
A lack of leadership when the team needs her most

It’s one thing to struggle in a preseason or exhibition game—but this was a pattern all last season, and if Reese doesn’t adjust her game, she’s going to hold both herself and her team back in 2025.

Cameron Brink and Kamilla Cardoso are coming into the league, and they’re ready to dominate the paint. Reese can’t afford to be stuck in her ways, especially with how loaded the WNBA frontcourts are getting.

If she keeps freezing out teammates and failing to make adjustments, the Sky will struggle—and Reese will find herself on the bench when it matters most.

The Bigger Picture: A Wake-Up Call for Angel Reese

This isn’t about one bad game.

This is about what it represents—a clear sign that Reese still has a long way to go before she can be considered a true leader and star in professional basketball.

Her off-court influence is undeniable—she’s a media sensation, a marketing powerhouse, and a fan favorite. But on the court?

The same old problems are rearing their ugly head.

If she wants to take the next step, she needs to:

Improve her efficiency – Finishing inside has to be a priority. Shooting 40% or lower as a post player is unacceptable.
Pass the ball – No one wants to play with someone who refuses to share the rock.
Avoid foul trouble – Staying on the court is half the battle.
Step up in big moments – Disappearing in the second half is not an option if you want to be a franchise player.