It wasn’t the night Chicago Sky fans were hoping for. The team fell short against the Washington Mystics, and rookie forward Angel Reese didn’t shy away from sharing her thoughts on why things went wrong.

Speaking to reporters after the game, Reese was candid about the team’s struggles. She pointed to defensive lapses and a lack of energy at key moments, suggesting that the Sky didn’t bring the level of focus needed to close out the win.

“We can’t afford to start slow and expect to come back every time,” Reese said. “We’ve got to be locked in from the very first possession.”

The Mystics took control early, building momentum and forcing the Sky to play catch-up for most of the night. Despite a few late runs that gave fans hope, Washington’s offense proved too consistent to overcome.

Reese’s comments show the competitive fire that has made her one of the most talked-about rookies in the league. She’s not afraid to call out the issues she sees — not to point fingers, but to push the team to improve.

The Sky still have time to turn things around, and with players like Reese holding teammates (and herself) accountable, fans can expect plenty of fight as the season goes on.