Angel Reese sets two WNBA records with historic rebounding performance
Key Points:
- Angel Reese set a new WNBA single-game rebound record with 26 rebounds during the Atlanta Dream's 78-71 victory over the Los Angeles Sparks, surpassing Chamique Holdsclaw's 2003 record of 24 rebounds.
- Reese also broke the WNBA season rebound record with 458 total rebounds, exceeding A’Ja Wilson’s previous mark of 451 set in 2024.
- Despite shooting 4 of 14 from the field, Reese contributed 11 points, 26 rebounds, and three assists, securing her 27th double-double of the season and leading the league in rebounding.
- A three-time WNBA All-Star, Reese has consistently dominated the boards, holding rookie and consecutive rebounding leader records since entering the league with Chicago in 2024.
- Her rebounding prowess has earned praise from teammates, with Dream guard Allisha Gray highlighting Reese’s exceptional talent on the boards.