From Newsweek · Matthew Couden · · 1m 10s
Angel Reese Sets WNBA Record
Angel Reese scores 30 points in historic WNBA game after FIBA World Cup.
In brief
Angel Reese scores 30 points in historic WNBA game after FIBA World Cup. Angel Reese became the first WNBA player to record 30 double-doubles in a season, setting a new single-season record. Originally reported by Newsweek.
Angel Reese Returns from FIBA World Cup
Angel Reese won gold with Team USA at the FIBA World Cup before rejoining the Atlanta Dream.
Reese Dominates Atlanta Dream Game
Reese scored 30 points, made 11 of 14 field goals, grabbed 10 rebounds, and blocked two shots in a 103-59 win over Connecticut Sun.
First WNBA Player with 30 Double-Doubles
Reese became the first WNBA player ever to record 30 double-doubles in a single season.
Reese's Season Performance
Reese averages 16.1 points and 12.4 rebounds per game for the Atlanta Dream, joining after a trade from Chicago Sky.
Dream Qualifies for Playoffs
Atlanta Dream are now 27-14 with three games remaining and have qualified for the WNBA Playoffs.
Next Game Against Chicago Sky
Atlanta Dream will host Chicago Sky on Saturday, Sept. 19, at 7 p.m. ET for Reese's return game.
The big picture
Angel Reese became the first WNBA player to record 30 double-doubles in a season, setting a new single-season record.
