BREAKING: Elena Delle Donne Sounds the Alarm — “Chicago Must Protect Angel Reese Before It’s Too Late”
The WNBA is buzzing once again — this time not because of a trade or a viral highlight, but because one of the league’s greatest voices has stepped into the storm. Elena Delle Donne, the legendary forward and former face of the Chicago Sky, has spoken out following reports of rising tension between Angel Reese and the Sky’s front office. And her message couldn’t be clearer: Chicago must get serious this offseason — or risk losing its brightest star.
According to sources close to the situation, Delle Donne was “deeply concerned” after hearing that Angel Reese had expressed frustration with the team’s direction and lack of communication regarding offseason plans. In an exclusive appearance on a WNBA podcast, Delle Donne didn’t mince words. “You don’t let a player like Angel Reese slip away,” she said. “She’s a gem — a generational competitor who can define a franchise if she’s managed right. Chicago needs to treat her that way.”
Her comments come at a critical time for the Sky. After a roller-coaster 2025 season marked by internal drama and uneven performances, Chicago’s leadership faces enormous pressure to stabilize its roster. Reese, who emerged as both a rookie sensation and social media powerhouse, became the team’s emotional anchor. But behind the scenes, sources say the relationship between Reese and certain members of the front office has grown strained — particularly over the handling of playing time, public messaging, and contract expectations.
Elena Delle Donne, who spent the early years of her career carrying Chicago to prominence before leaving amid her own disputes with management, knows this storyline all too well. Her warning carries weight. “I’ve been in that locker room. I know what it feels like when a franchise doesn’t align with its stars,” she said. “Reese is the kind of player you build around, not the kind you gamble with.”
League insiders say Delle Donne’s remarks reflect a growing sentiment among former players that the Sky have been reactive, not proactive, in managing their roster. With free agency looming and the WNBA offseason expected to bring seismic movement, teams are already eyeing potential openings — and Angel Reese’s name is near the top of every wish list.
“She’s young, marketable, and plays with passion,” said one rival executive. “If Chicago doesn’t secure her long-term future, someone else will — and fast.”
For the Sky, this isn’t just about keeping a star. It’s about identity. Reese has become a cultural phenomenon, redefining the conversation around women’s basketball with her unapologetic confidence and connection to fans. Losing her would be more than a basketball failure — it would be a branding disaster.
Delle Donne urged the Sky’s management to “create a real vision,” outlining not just a financial commitment but a cultural one. “Show Angel that she’s valued — not just in words, but in structure. Bring in leaders she trusts. Build a team that competes. Make her the centerpiece, not the question mark.”
As offseason rumors swirl, the pressure on Chicago intensifies by the day. Angel Reese has not commented publicly on her future, but those close to her say she’s “watching how the organization responds.”
And if Elena Delle Donne’s words are any indication, the Sky have been put on notice. Because when a legend tells you your star is a “gem worth protecting,” ignoring that advice could cost far more than a championship — it could cost the heart of your franchise.
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