Angel Reese misses late layup as Dream fall to Fever in overtime

In a closely contested game on August 18, 2026, Angel Reese and the Atlanta Dream faced off against the Indiana Fever, ultimately losing after overtime. Reese missed a potential game-winning layup late in the game, which provoked commentary questioning her commitment to developing her upper body strength, tied to her modeling aspirations. Despite the criticism, Reese expressed deep disappointment over the missed opportunity, stating it affected her sleep following the game. Both Reese and Caitlin Clark, who competed against each other, are crucial figures in the WNBA, having joined the league in 2024 and drawn significant attention.

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