Jonquel Jones mocks Angel Reese in Liberty vs. Dream matchup
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Last updated Sep 24, 2026
During a competitive game on September 22, 2026, the Atlanta Dream faced off against the New York Liberty. The Dream held a comfortable 95-84 lead toward the end of the game. Jonquel Jones and Angel Reese had a notable physical battle, contributing 18 points each, with Jones delivering a physical score followed by a 'too small' celebration aimed at Reese. The game included back-and-forth moments, hinting at heated competition between the two stars. The teams are set to meet again on Wednesday night.
- •Atlanta Dream leads New York Liberty 95-84 in the second half.
- •Jonquel Jones and Angel Reese both score 18 points.
- •Jones celebrates with a 'too small' gesture after scoring on Reese.
- •The Dream and Liberty will play again on September 27.
- 4:20 AMESPN WNBA — Dream's Reese exits after being struck in face; Liberty C Jones tweaks ankle
- 3:18 AMYahoo Sports — Angel Reese injury update: What we know as Dream star exits early after being hit in face
- 2:12 AMYahoo Sports — Dream news: Angel Reese exits Liberty clash after contact with Sabrina Ionescu
- 1:30 AMYahoo Sports — Angel Reese takes a hit to the face just before halftime then heads to the locker room
- 12:20 PMYahoo Sports — Jonquel Jones mocks Angel Reese celebration after outmuscling Dream star in the paint
"The game between the Atlanta Dream and the New York Liberty on Wednesday at Barclays Center became physical early, and Angel Reese got the rough end of the stick. The Dream were looking to solidify their grip on the No. 4 spot heading into the playoffs. That is why Atlanta cannot afford to lose Reese, who was forced to exit the game with four […] The post Dream news: Angel Reese exits Liberty clash after contact with Sabrina Ionescu appeared first on ClutchPoints.
"Angel Reese took a shot to the face a few seconds before halftime of the Atlanta Dream's game against the New York Liberty on Wednesday night. With 5.6 seconds left in the second quarter, Reese drew an offensive foul on Sabrina Ionescu. The Liberty guard's arm hit Reese in the face.
"Dream star Angel Reese was fine after leaving Wednesday's game against the Liberty after being struck in the face just before halftime. The Liberty's Jonquel Jones also left the game after suffering a second-half ankle injury.
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External links- ESPN WNBASep 24, 2026, 4:20 AMDream's Reese exits after being struck in face; Liberty C Jones tweaks ankle
Dream star Angel Reese was fine after leaving Wednesday's game against the Liberty after being struck in the face just before halftime. The Liberty's Jonquel Jones also left the game after suffering a second-half ankle injury.
- Yahoo SportsSep 24, 2026, 3:18 AMAngel Reese injury update: What we know as Dream star exits early after being hit in face
Atlanta Dream All-Star Angel Reese was sidelined after a Flagrant 1 foul by Sabrina Ionescu, but she's expected to play in the WNBA playoffs.
- Yahoo SportsSep 24, 2026, 2:12 AMDream news: Angel Reese exits Liberty clash after contact with Sabrina Ionescu
The game between the Atlanta Dream and the New York Liberty on Wednesday at Barclays Center became physical early, and Angel Reese got the rough end of the stick. The Dream were looking to solidify their grip on the No. 4 spot heading into the playoffs. That is why Atlanta cannot afford to lose Reese, who was forced to exit the game with four […] The post Dream news: Angel Reese exits Liberty clash after contact with Sabrina Ionescu appeared first on ClutchPoints.
- Yahoo SportsSep 24, 2026, 1:30 AMAngel Reese takes a hit to the face just before halftime then heads to the locker room
Angel Reese took a shot to the face a few seconds before halftime of the Atlanta Dream's game against the New York Liberty on Wednesday night. With 5.6 seconds left in the second quarter, Reese drew an offensive foul on Sabrina Ionescu. The Liberty guard's arm hit Reese in the face.
- Yahoo SportsSep 22, 2026, 12:20 PMJonquel Jones mocks Angel Reese celebration after outmuscling Dream star in the paint
During a heated clash between the New York Liberty and Atlanta Dream, Jonquel Jones got back at Angel Reese using her own celebration. The Atlanta Dream beat the New York Liberty comfortably in the end, with a score of 95-84.
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