Chicago Sky rookie Angel Reese was a big fan of Alyssa Thomas before their altercation on Saturday.
Before the Sun-Sky game, Reese told the media that she admired Thomas while she lived in Maryland.
“These are ladies I watched while I was at Maryland. Alyssa Thomas and Bri Jones and players I’ve always admired and watched.”
Angel Reese spoke before the game says Alyssa Thomas and Bri Jones, are players she admire. pic.twitter.com/TmRHdWXWRy
— Keondre Harris (@1SlumBabii) May 26, 2024
Reese might have a different opinion of Thomas now.
On Saturday night, Thomas was ejected when she slapped Reese in the throat and threw her to the ground.
Alyssa Thomas should be totally embarrassed on what she did to Angel Reese.
pic.twitter.com/NeiZXwolh1— BullsKickAss (@Bullskickass) May 26, 2024
Fans reacted to Thomas going from Reese’s idol to a rival.
Angel Reese was giving Alyssa Thomas praise pre-match, but as they say, "idols become rivals." #SkyTown • #WNBA pic.twitter.com/LCsgdVCy5p
— 🇨🇩 Zande✊🏾 (@KongoZande) May 26, 2024
Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark are really fast that it’s hard to make friends in the WNBA.