It’s a tale as old as sports itself: one team’s gain is another team’s loss. And the Las Vegas Aces are really feeling that sting after the Chicago Sky swooped in and stole away one of their secret weapons. Tyler Marsh, the coaching genius behind much of A’ja Wilson’s success, is heading to the Windy City to take the reins as the Sky’s new head coach for the 2025 WNBA season. Cue the champagne in Chicago, and the sound of A’ja Wilson throwing her phone across the room in Vegas.
For the uninitiated, Marsh isn’t just some clipboard carrier. He’s been the assistant coach for the Aces, and, more importantly, the unsung hero behind three-time MVP A’ja Wilson’s dominance on the court. Think of him as the basketball version of a wizard, minus the robe but with all the magic. Now, Chicago fans are welcoming him with open arms, while Las Vegas players are, well, not so quietly seething.
Chicago Sky: Over the Moon While Vegas Weeps
The announcement of Marsh’s appointment lit up the internet this weekend, but the reactions were about as split as a bad middle school dance. The Chicago Sky are understandably giddy. They’ve landed a coach who’s known for molding stars, and after an uneven 2024 season, they could use a little fairy dust in their locker room.
On the other hand, the Aces? Let’s just say the vibe on social media wasn’t exactly chipper. Aces guard Sydney Colson dropped a sarcastic response to Angel Reese’s celebratory post, telling Reese to “have some respect” as if she just waltzed into the Aces’ locker room and yanked Marsh out by his whistle. And if you thought that was salty, wait until you hear from Wilson herself.
A’ja, ever the online commentator, took to the internet with her own brand of exasperation, lamenting, “boff assistants is crazy…” accompanied by a clip of her looking like someone just told her that her favorite pair of sneakers had been discontinued. She wasn’t exaggerating—Marsh is the second assistant the Aces have lost this off-season, following Natalie Nakase’s move to helm the Golden State Valkyries.
That’s right. The Aces are down two big names, and Wilson is over here dealing with a full-blown coaching crisis. It’s like losing your two favorite teachers right before finals.
The Aces’ Coaching Carousel
The departure of Marsh and Nakase leaves Las Vegas in a bit of a pickle. Sure, they’ve still got head coach Becky Hammon, but with two pivotal assistant coaches gone, it’s fair to wonder how much their on-court chemistry might suffer. Hammon’s got the chops, no doubt, but she’ll have to work double-time to recalibrate the team’s dynamic.
Meanwhile, the rest of the WNBA is probably sitting back with popcorn, watching the reigning champs scramble to fill these vacancies. It’s not every day you see a championship squad dealing with a coaching exodus like this. Marsh and Nakase aren’t just any old assistants—they were crucial in shaping the Aces into the powerhouse they are today. Now, they’ll be doing the same for two different teams, leaving Wilson and Co. to figure out how to continue their dominance without two key pieces of their brain trust.
Angel Reese: Sitting Pretty
While Vegas wallows in grief, Angel Reese is practically sitting courtside in a designer outfit, sipping a mimosa, and basking in the glory of this news. The Sky’s flashy hire of Marsh is exactly the kind of fresh energy Reese thrives on. You know, because nothing says “I’m ready to dominate” like snagging a coach that turned an MVP into a three-time MVP.
Reese, ever the fashion icon, didn’t just celebrate the news—she flaunted it. The courtside queen has been turning heads with her style and her game, and now with Marsh running the show, she’s looking to take the Sky to new heights in 2025. For Chicago, it’s like unwrapping a gift on Christmas morning—except this gift comes with championship aspirations.
A New Chapter in the WNBA
As the dust settles, one thing is clear: the WNBA’s 2025 season is shaping up to be must-watch drama. Will the Aces maintain their dominance without two of their prized assistants? Will Angel Reese and the Sky rise to the occasion under Marsh’s tutelage? Will A’ja Wilson find some new assistants to help her keep racking up those MVP titles, or will she still be busy tweeting about how unfair life is?
Whatever happens, we’re all here for the ride. One team’s regret is another team’s victory, and in the WNBA, that just means more entertainment for the fans.
