Angel Reese put up a monster 30 points and pulled down 16 rebounds for the Atlanta Dream in Game 2 of the WNBA Finals, hitting a historic mark and tying the series against the Golden State Valkyries. This dominant performance led the Dream to their first-ever WNBA Finals victory, and it has Dallas Wings guard Paige Bueckers absolutely stoked for her close friend.
Bueckers Praises Reese: “The Crown She Wears Is Heavy”
Paige Bueckers didn’t hold back when talking to TMZ Sports about Angel Reese’s stellar showing on the league’s biggest stage. “I’m really happy for her,” Bueckers said, highlighting their bond. “Me and Angel are close friends, we’re great competitors, people who just want the best for each other. We’ve stayed in contact. Just wishing her the best, talking to her, talking basketball, talking hoops, so to see her thrive on the biggest stage, she deserves it. She works for it. Really happy for her.” Reese has been under the microscope since her LSU days, facing plenty of attention and scrutiny as she levels up her game in the pros. But according to Bueckers, her Team USA teammate handles it all like a champ. “The crown that she wears is heavy, but she wears it well, and she wears it with pride,” Bueckers shared, admiring Reese’s grace and unapologetic self. “Just to see how she handles everything with grace, just being unapologetically herself, I admire that, and so it’s really great to see her hoopin!”
A Historic Finals Performance in Game 2
Reese was absolutely “hoopin’” during Atlanta’s Game 2 win on Monday, no doubt about it. Her stat line of 30 points, 16 rebounds, three assists, and two blocks wasn’t just impressive, it was historic. She joined an elite club, becoming only the third player ever to drop 30 or more points and pull down 15 or more rebounds in a WNBA Finals game, alongside legends Breanna Stewart and Jonquel Jones. This three-time All-Star truly did it all. While her defensive prowess is no shocker, considering she’s this season’s Defensive Player of the Year, her offensive game was on full display. She was scoring on the blocks, getting out in transition, and even extending her attack beyond the arc.
The series is now all tied up at one game apiece, but the Dream snagged home-court advantage by splitting the first two games in Golden State. If Angel Reese keeps playing at this ridiculous level, the Atlanta Dream could absolutely be lifting that trophy. The Valkyries better figure out a plan, fast.
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Originally reported by Bleacher Report.
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