The Atlanta Dream just snagged their first WNBA Finals win in franchise history, pushing back hard against the Golden State Valkyries in a massive 79-65 victory in Game 2. This wasn’t just any win, it was a statement, and Angel Reese, who led the charge, told reporters exactly what was fueling her: “I was hungry.”
Game 1’s Gut Punch Fueled the Dream’s Fire
You could feel the intensity coming off Reese after that Game 2 win. She didn’t mince words, talking about how losing Game 1 to the Valkyries was a huge kick in the gut for the whole squad. “I wanted one,” she said. “I think we let one slip away. And you can’t do that, especially on the road in a good environment against a good team.” That Game 1 loss definitely left a mark. Reese pulled back the curtain, saying, “We all came together and were pissed. We felt disappointed. We felt embarrassed. We didn’t like the outcome of that last game, and we didn’t want to let another one slip.” Talk about motivation, right? That kind of raw emotion clearly translated into their Game 2 dominance.
Making History When It Counted
This isn’t just about evening the series, it’s about etching their names into the record books. That 79-65 score line in Game 2 wasn’t just a win, it was the Atlanta Dream’s *first* WNBA Finals victory ever. Think about that for a second. In a series where every possession feels like it could swing everything, they pulled off a historic moment, refusing to go down 0-2. It shows exactly what kind of fight this team has when their backs are against the wall, especially after feeling “embarrassed” in the opener.
What’s Next for the Dream?
Now, the series shifts, and the stage is set for Game 3 in Atlanta. The energy is gonna be wild, especially with folks like Enes Kanter Freedom even planning to be there. After making franchise history with that Game 2 win, the Dream are riding a massive wave of confidence. Can they carry that “hungry” mindset into Atlanta and keep the pressure on the Valkyries? You gotta believe they’re gonna try and make another statement on their home court.
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Originally reported by Bleacher Report.
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