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Angel Reese earns WNBA Player of the Week honors, Clark also recognized

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 6:40 AM

Last updated Aug 26, 2026

Angel Reese earns WNBA Player of the Week honors, Clark also recognized

Summary

Angel Reese of the Atlanta Dream has been named Eastern Conference Player of the Week after a standout performance. She averaged 24.0 points, 11.3 rebounds, and 4.7 assists while leading her team to a perfect 3-0 record. This award coincides with similar recognition for Las Vegas star A’ja Wilson. Caitlin Clark of the Indiana Fever, who had a commendable week with averages of 23.0 points, 8.3 assists, and 3.5 rebounds, did not receive the same honor as her team finished 2-2 in their games. Reese's performance included setting a WNBA record for most rebounds in a single game following her award, as both teams head towards the playoffs.

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By the Numbers

•Angel Reese averaged 24.0 points and 11.3 rebounds.
•The Atlanta Dream went 3-0 during the award week.
•Caitlin Clark averaged 23.0 points and 8.3 assists.
•The Indiana Fever finished 2-2 in their games.
•Reese set a WNBA record for most rebounds in a single game.

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6:40 AMYahoo Sports — Angel Reese beats Caitlin Clark to WNBA Player of the Week honours alongside A’ja Wilson

What they're saying

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Angel Reese just had one of the best weeks of her WNBA career, and has been rewarded for it after being named the Eastern Conference Player of the Week. Angel Reese has been on a run to shut all her haters up in this past week.
— Yahoo Sports

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