May 7th 2024.
The WNBA season kicked off for the Chicago Sky, and all eyes were on the two rookies they had picked up in this year's draft - Angel Reese and Kamilla Cardoso. However, to everyone's disappointment, the league did not televise their professional debuts, leaving many fans confused and wondering why. What made it even more frustrating was the fact that Reese's college rival, Caitlin Clark, who happened to be white, was being shown on television. It was a puzzling decision, especially since The Associated Press had listed the Sky game as available to watch.
But then, a ray of hope appeared in the form of a tweet from a user on X, the platform formerly known as Twitter. @heyheyitsalli wrote, “would y’all want me to try and stream the game on here?? no promises on the quality but i can try.” This simple message not only gained respect from other users, but it also fulfilled the dreams of many fans who were unable to access the game. It was a gesture of kindness and inclusivity that did not go unnoticed.
The numbers were astounding. Over 615,800 viewers tuned in to watch the game, with a screenshot shared by Alli herself showing 173,381 live viewers at the time she posted the message. It was an incredible feat, and Alli had become a hero for WNBA fans everywhere. The excitement and support for the rookies, along with Alli's generosity, created a buzz on social media, with many expressing their gratitude and admiration.
Even the Lynx coach, Cheryl Reeve, had something to say about Alli's actions. In a post-game interview, she said that Alli deserved “three bucks” per viewer. “Anybody who watched it should send three bucks to the person—I don’t even know who it is,” Reeve said. Her words showed the impact that Alli's stream had, and it was a clear message to the WNBA and other organizations that they needed to keep up with the fast-paced growth of the sports industry.
Unfortunately, the Sky lost to the Minnesota Lynx 92-81. Reese played for 24 minutes, scoring 13 points and pulling down nine rebounds, while Cardoso played for 13 minutes, scoring six points and grabbing four rebounds. It may not have been the outcome they were hoping for, but their presence on the court and the support from Alli and WNBA fans was a positive start to their professional careers. As for Alli, she had become a symbol of unity and determination, proving that small acts of kindness can make a big impact.
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