Angel Reese 'heartbroken' as Chicago Sky reportedly fires head coach Teresa Weatherspoon after one season

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: The Chicago Sky announced the dismissal of head coach Teresa Weatherspoon after just one season.

The Hall of Famer took the reins in October, becoming the eighth head coach in the team's history, but struggled to improve on the previous season's 18–22 record. Under Weatherspoon’s leadership, the Sky finished with a disappointing 13–27 record, marking the worst performance in the Eastern Conference, as reported by Fox News.

Angel Reese expresses heartbreak over Chicago Sky's decision to fire coach Teresa Weatherspoon

Following the news of Weatherspoon's firing, Angel Reese, a rising star and the new face of the franchise, took to social media to express her disappointment. In a heartfelt message, Reese stated she was "heartbroken" by the decision and credited Weatherspoon as the only coach who truly believed in her during her rookie year. "You didn’t deserve this but I can’t thank you enough," Reese wrote, adding, "I love you Tspoon."

Despite the team's struggles, Reese made a significant impact in her debut season, averaging 13.6 points and an impressive 13.1 rebounds per game. Her rebounding average is the highest in WNBA history, and she finished with the second-most total rebounds ever, trailing only MVP A'ja Wilson.

Reese's performance highlights her potential to be a transformative player for the Sky as they look to rebuild in the upcoming season.

Teresa Weatherspoon's firing sparks outrage on social media

The recent firing of Chicago Sky head coach Teresa Weatherspoon has generated a wave of backlash on social media, particularly after Angel Reese expressed her heartbreak over the decision.

Many fans voiced their frustration, arguing that Weatherspoon deserved at least another season to prove herself. One user stated, "This is some BS! She deserved at least another year. The way she loved on y’all, as a fan, you could see it. SMH this ain’t right."

Another user wrote, "I know how much she meant to you/Chen and she deserved more time. Not many people can deal with the cards she was dealt throughout the season. She made me wanna run through a wall sometimes too."

"This is bad business to fire her in a rebuilding season! When they actually did better than what was projected! To the players, I’m sorry; we know how much she meant to you guys!" one user lamented.

Frustration over the team's decision was palpable, with another fan expressing anger: "wtf is Chicago Sky doing?! This makes ZERO sense!! Hell no! I’m pissed off for you smh."

One comment reflected, "Some bonds are beyond words. This tribute captures the love and respect you had for Tspoon. Her legacy lives on through those she inspired."

"I am mad and heartbroken for her. The team had its ups and downs but some grace should’ve been given especially for it being Weatherspoon’s first year," a user wrote.

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