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Angel Reese leads Atlanta Dream to 104-69 win over Connecticut Sun

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Last updated Aug 14, 2026

Angel Reese leads Atlanta Dream to 104-69 win over Connecticut Sun

Summary

Angel Reese played a pivotal role in the Atlanta Dream's 104-69 victory over the Connecticut Sun on August 13. Despite shooting 3-for-13 and scoring 8 points, Reese grabbed 15 rebounds, recorded 3 steals, and registered 4 blocks, contributing significantly to the team’s defensive effort. Her performance sparked mixed reactions across the WNBA community, highlighting her defensive prowess while criticizing her shooting efficiency. The Dream's offense thrived, with Allisha Gray and Rhyne Howard each scoring 29 points. The victory emphasized both Reese's strengths and areas for improvement as the season progresses.

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Status Watch

•Angel Reese records 8 points, 15 rebounds, 3 steals, 4 blocks
•Atlanta Dream improve to 104-69 over Connecticut Sun
•Allisha Gray and Rhyne Howard each score 29 points
•Dream's defense limits Sun to 30% shooting
•Mixed reactions highlight contrast in Reese's performance

Latest Updates

9:16 AMYahoo Sports — “Defense Elite, Offense Deplete”: WNBA World Reacts to Angel Reese Shooting 28% Over 3-Game Stretch
4:33 AMYahoo Sports — ‘DPOY Contender,’ ‘Can’t Make Layups’ — WNBA World Divided As Angel Reese Makes History Despite ‘Atrocious’ Shooting

What they're saying

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Angel Reese helped the Atlanta Dream cruise to a 104-69 win over the Connecticut Sun on Thursday, contributing 8 points, 15 rebounds, 3 steals, and 4 blocks. According to Underdog WNBA, since 2018, only four-time MVP A’ja Wilson has reached or posted better numbers.
— Yahoo Sports