Brittney Griner gets controversial flagrant foul after Angel Reese knocked to floor
New York Post • • sports
Key Points:
- Angel Reese was involved in a physical rebound battle with Brittney Griner during the Dream's 91-75 win over the Sun, resulting in Reese falling to the floor and Griner receiving a flagrant foul early in the fourth quarter.
- The tussle occurred with Atlanta leading 68-65, where Reese and Griner’s arms became intertwined, leading to Reese losing her balance and falling, which prompted a review and the flagrant foul call.
- Reese contributed a double-double with 12 rebounds and 13 points, including a crucial momentum-shifting 3-pointer in the third quarter, while Griner had seven points and four rebounds in the loss.
- Dream coach Karl Smesko praised Reese for her impactful fourth quarter performance and noted her improved shooting form, which showed progress from practice to game situations.
- The victory improved the Dream’s record to 6-2, while the Sun dropped to 2-9 following the defeat.