‘I didn’t sleep’ – Angel Reese breaks silence on viral missed layup vs Indiana Fever

In the closing moments of the Atlanta Dream's game against the Indiana Fever, Angel Reese, the Dream's forward, found herself at the center of a viral social media backlash due to a missed layup that ultimately led to the Fever's overtime victory. Despite this unfortunate miss, Reese posted a double-double performance with 15 points, 14 rebounds, and 6 assists, though her shooting accuracy remained inconsistent, with a field goal percentage of only 5-of-16.

Following the game, it wasn't until a postgame interview with the Las Vegas Aces that Reese broke her silence on the missed layup. Reese admitted that the missed putback greatly affected her performance and reflected on her inability to sleep well after the game. She emphasized her responsibility to her team and her determination to bounce back and help them win.

Reese's performances, including her all-time WNBA record for average rebounds per game and consecutive double-doubles, speak volumes about her impact on the court.