Angel Reese’s arrival at the Chase Center for Game 5 of the WNBA Finals on Monday night wasn’t just about a championship. Cameras caught her looking dead serious, and her black t-shirt delivered a powerful message: “Protect Black Women.” With the Atlanta Dream and Golden State Valkyries deadlocked at 2-2, this was more than just a pre-game outfit; it was a statement ahead of a winner-take-all situation. She even rocked a clutch similar to the one Jordyn Woods flaunted during the New York Knicks’ championship run this year. This wasn’t the flashier look we saw from her in Game 2, but it spoke volumes.
Reese’s Rollercoaster Series Performance
Look, as Reese has gone in this series, so have the Dream. It’s that simple. When she struggles, the team struggles. In the two games the Dream lost, Reese averaged 11 points and 10.5 rebounds. Even more telling? She went 0-for-1 from three-point range in *both* of those losses. But when Reese is on fire? The Dream is winning. In their two victories, she was straight-up dominant, averaging a monster 25.5 points and 14 rebounds. She even knocked down 3-of-3 from beyond the arc across those two wins. Her impact is undeniable, and her performance directly correlates to whether the Dream can take home the trophy.
Game 5 Is a Championship Grind
Game 5 was exactly what you’d expect with a championship on the line: a slugfest. Scoring was at an absolute premium in the first half. The Valkyries were only up 25-22 after two quarters, both teams clamping down defensively. Reese had five points in that tight first half. With the series tied and a title just a game or two away, every single bucket, every rebound, and every message matters. The stage is set for an epic finish, and the Dream needs Angel Reese to bring that “Protect Black Women” energy straight to the court. The WNBA Finals are on USA Network and Peacock, so don’t miss a second of this!
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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