On May 25, 2025, during a WNBA game at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, Los Angeles Sparks guard Kelsey Plum taunted Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese with the “too small” gesture after scoring a layup against her in the first quarter. Plum, a three-time WNBA All-Star standing at 5’8″, drove past the 6’3″ Reese, evaded her block attempt, and scored off the glass. As she ran back on defense, Plum extended her arm low, palm flat, signaling Reese was “too small” to guard her, despite the height difference. The moment went viral, with clips shared widely on X, sparking fan reactions ranging from admiration for Plum’s swagger to criticism of Reese’s defensive effort.
Plum led the Sparks to a 91-78 victory, finishing with 28 points, eight assists, and six three-pointers, snapping a three-game losing streak for Los Angeles (now 2-3). Reese recorded a double-double with 13 points and 12 rebounds but couldn’t prevent the Sky’s third straight loss, leaving them 0-3 with an average defeat margin of 24.3 points. The taunt, rooted in streetball culture, amplified the narrative around Reese’s early-season struggles, particularly her 22.7% field goal percentage, though she leads the WNBA in rebounds (14.5 per game). Neither player publicly commented on the gesture post-game, but it fueled ongoing discussions about Reese’s performance and rivalries, with some fans referencing her rumored feud with Caitlin Clark.
For video footage, check posts on X from accounts like @WNBA or @BricksCenter, which shared clips of the play. The next Sparks-Sky matchup is June 24, 2025, where Reese may look to respond.
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Los Angeles Sparks Star Kelsey Plum Burght it to the Chicago Sky on Sunday Night.
Plum scored a game-hight 28 points on 9-of-18 from the field with six 3-pointers and added eights and two rebounds as the sparks won the game 91-78. She also had a taunt for Sky forward angel reese during the match.
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La Sparks Guard Kelsey Plum, #10, Shoots The Ball Against Chicago Sky Forward Angel REESE, #5, in the first half at crypto.com arena in los angles on May 25, 2025. (Kirby Lee-Imagn Images)
Plum used her left hand to get Around Reese from the top of the key and made a tough lay-up. She then performed the “too small” taunt as she ran back up the floor.
It was that kind of night for the sky.
Chicago shot 46.4% from the field and only 20% from 3-point range.
Reese Had 13 Points, 12 Rebounds, Four Assists and Two Steals. Kamilla Cardoso Added 12 points, Six Rebounds and Three Assists in the Loss. The team had 17 turnovers compared to the sparks’ 11.
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Chicago Sky Forward Angel REESE, #5, Leaves The Court after the game against the la sparks at crypto.com arena in Los Angeles on May 25, 2025. (Kirby Lee-Imagn Images)
The sky has counted to pick up a win this season.
“We have to stay togeether,” Reese said after the game, via Reporter Karli Bell“It’s tough losing three in a row.”
Los Angeles Received Help from Azura Stevens, Who Added 24 Points on 10-of-14 from the field. She also hado had eight rebounds in the win.
La Sparks Guard Kelsey Plum, #10, Dribbles The Ball During the Game Against The Chicago Sky at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on May 25, 2025. (Kirby Lee-Imagn Images)
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