Flau'jae Johnson joins elite rookie group with Storm win over Dream

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Last updated Jun 28, 2026

Flau'jae Johnson joins elite rookie group with Storm win over Dream
Summary

The Seattle Storm secured a 105-90 victory against the Atlanta Dream on June 27, 2026. Flau'jae Johnson, a rookie for the Storm, made history by becoming one of only six players to document at least 50 points and 20 rebounds over a two-game span. Johnson scored 24 points and grabbed 11 rebounds in the latest game, contributing to the Storm's second consecutive home win over top WNBA teams. This success comes as the Storm improves its young core, despite a challenging season with a 5-15 record.

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  • Seattle Storm wins 105-90 against Atlanta Dream.
  • Flau'jae Johnson records at least 50 points and 20 rebounds in two games.
  • Johnson joins A'ja Wilson and Candace Parker in rookie achievements.
  • Storm now has two consecutive wins over title contenders.
  • Team improves to 5-15 in the current season.
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  • 3:38 PMYahoo SportsStorm's Flau'jae Johnson joins elite rookie company with A'ja Wilson and Candace Parker
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The Seattle Storm got off to a rough start in 2026. The Storm has secured consecutive home wins over WNBA title contenders in the New York Liberty and the Atlanta Dream. Saturday's 105-90 win over Angel Reese and Atlanta saw one Storm rookie make rebounding history that not even Reese managed in her debut season.

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