Connecticut Sun star Tina Charles and Chicago Sky phenom Angel Reese had a heated moment in Sunday’s game, but both hold a deep mutual respect for the other.

Angel Reese, Chicago Sky Climb ESPN Power Rankings After Recent Win originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Chicago Sky got their third win of the season on Sunday against the Connecticut Sun, winning by a final score of 78-66.

Hailey Van Lith added five points off the bench, although she and Reese combined for 12 turnovers as the home team made a number of important mistakes down the stretch to spoil a promising start.

The Chicago Sky star filed a trademark application over the weekend for the term, which refers to a rebound a player secures off her own missed shot. Although the term is relatively new, the “mebound” concept has hounded Reese throughout her first two WNBA seasons.

Angel Reese's Old Nickname Surfaces After Chicago Sky Game originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Chicago Sky moved to 3-7 during the 2025 WNBA season after a 78 to 66 win against the Connecticut Sun on Sunday. This win snapped a three-game losing streak for the Sky and gave them their first win in the Commissioner's Cup as well.