Angel Reese absolutely exploded against the Los Angeles Sparks on Thursday, kicking off the WNBA game with a flawless shooting performance! She racked up an insane 18 points on 8-for-8 shooting in the first half alone, and that hot start helped Atlanta build a crucial 10-0 run. Talk about setting the tone, right?
The Perfect Half That Set The Tone
Seriously, Reese was unstoppable from the jump. She didn’t just score, she attacked the basket with confidence, finishing through contact and converting every single one of her early opportunities. And get this, she wasn’t just working inside, she also drained both of her attempts from beyond the arc. Her perfect shooting performance gave the Dream another major offensive option, complementing the firepower of Rhyne Howard and Allisha Gray. When Reese is locked in like that, Atlanta’s offense is just built different.
A New WNBA Rebounding Record and Unmatched Dominance
As if that perfect half wasn’t enough, Reese added another historic achievement to her already incredible resume. She surpassed her previous rebounding mark, grabbing her 173rd offensive rebound this year, making it the most in a single WNBA season! She actually set the previous record with 172 offensive boards in her rookie campaign while playing for the Chicago Sky. She only needed one more offensive rebound on Thursday to reclaim that record, and she just went out and did it. This isn’t just luck either; Reese does not wait for rebounds to come to her. She fights for position, tracks the ball like a hawk, and uses her strength to just outmuscle defenders. The WNBA has already recognized her as one of its premier rebounders, leading the league in rebounds per game in both her first two seasons, and she’s averaging 12.0 rebounds in 2026.
This No. 7 pick from the 2024 draft is proving she can impact games in so many ways beyond just scoring. She dominates the glass, creates countless second chances for her team, and defends with energy and unmatched physicality for Atlanta’s frontcourt. What’s next for this force of nature? You gotta tune in to see, because she’s still bringing that relentless energy every single time she steps on the court.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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