Despite the Seattle Storm’s win, Angel Reese maintains a positive outlook, showing confidence in her growth and the Sky’s future.

Behind big games from Nneka Ogwumike and Skylar Diggins, the Storm took control in the first half and hung on late for a nail-biting win against the Chicago Sky.

Angel Reese, who returned from a seven-game absence due to a back injury, and Ariel Atkins scored 19 points apiece for the Sky.

The unexpected return of an All-Star and the benching of two rookies made for an interesting evening for the Chicago Sky and their fans.

The Chicago Sky fell to the expansion Golden State Valkyries 90-59 on Friday for their 12th loss in 13 games. Angel Reese (back) missed her seventh straight game.

It's impossible to ignore the absence of Breanna Stewart, as the New York Liberty hope to bounce back on Tuesday.