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Naz Hillmon fined after technical foul in Dream win over Sparks

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 3:37 AM

Last updated Aug 26, 2026

Naz Hillmon fined after technical foul in Dream win over Sparks

Summary

Atlanta Dream forward Naz Hillmon faces a $500 automatic fine after receiving her second technical foul of the WNBA season during a game against the Los Angeles Sparks. The incident occurred with 5:20 left in the second quarter of the Dream's 78-71 victory on August 25, 2026. Despite the foul, Hillmon contributed significantly to the win with 12 points and seven rebounds. Angel Reese also set a WNBA record with 26 rebounds in the match, helping the Dream maintain their push for playoff positioning at 25-13. Atlanta will return home for games against the Portland Fire and Minnesota Lynx imminently.

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Status Watch

•Naz Hillmon assessed technical foul during game against Sparks.
•Hillmon fined $500 for her second technical foul this season.
•Dream improved to 25-13 with the win over Los Angeles.
•Angel Reese set WNBA record with 26 rebounds in the game.
•Atlanta will face Portland Fire and Minnesota Lynx next.

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3:37 AMYahoo Sports — Dream forward Naz Hillmon faces automatic WNBA fine after Sparks incident

What they're saying

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Naz Hillmon’s emotional reaction to a foul call against the Sparks triggered an automatic fine under the WNBA’s technical-foul rules.
— Yahoo Sports

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