Angel Reese struggles against Indiana Fever as Atlanta Dream fall in overtime
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 16, 2026, 11:34 PM
Last updated Aug 16, 2026

Angel Reese and the Atlanta Dream faced the Indiana Fever on August 16, but the game turned in overtime, with the Fever winning 95-91. Reese missed several key shots during the critical moments, including a transition layup that could have secured the win. Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy criticized her performance on social media, drawing attention to her missed opportunities. Despite the struggles, Reese managed to record 15 points and 14 rebounds, but the outcome evened the season series between the Dream and Fever at two games apiece.
- •Game occurred on August 16 at State Farm Arena in Atlanta.
- •Indiana Fever won the match 95-91 in overtime.
- •Angel Reese missed key shots including a potential game-winner.
- •Reese recorded 15 points and 14 rebounds in the game.
- •Season series between Dream and Fever is now tied at 2-2.
- 11:34 PMYahoo Sports — ‘It’s like watching a live comedy’: Dave Portnoy leads mocks against Angel Reese after struggles against Caitlin Clark
"The Indiana Fever took on the Atlanta Dream on Sunday in a game that was pivotal for both teams’ places in the standings as the playoffs draw nearer and nearer. Since the pair’s days battling in the NCAA Tournament in college for the Iowa Hawkeyes and LSU Tigers, Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy has been…
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