# Angel Reese leads Dream to WNBA Finals win

> Angel Reese scores 21 points to give Atlanta Dream a 2-1 series lead in WNBA Finals.
- Title: Angel Reese leads Dream to WNBA Finals win · The Banner
- Summary: Angel Reese scores 21 points to give Atlanta Dream a 2-1 series lead in WNBA Finals. Angel Reese scored 21 points and 12 rebounds to lead the Atlanta Dream…
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- Source: The Banner — https://thebanner.com/sports/angel-reese-atlanta-dream-wnba-finals-HMNGDRBIMVEIBLB44BLDD2266I
- Author: Kyle Goon
- Published: 2026-10-22T02:44:39.77+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: angel reese, atlanta dream, valkries, wnba, wnba finals, game 3, 21 points, 12 rebounds, 97-71, 2-1 series lead, news, local
## Angel Reese at State Farm Arena
Angel Reese reclined in a courtside seat with her left foot tapping in her Barbie signature sneaker.

> Y’all want me?
## Reese scores 21 points
Reese scored 21 points and 12 rebounds to lead the Dream over the Valkyries 97-71 in Game 3.
## Reese’s game impact
Reese’s performance forced a Golden State timeout and earned her a 2-1 series lead for Atlanta.
## Reese’s leadership
Reese described how she creates team confidence with her energy and competitive spirit.

> Y’all not taking this [game] from us
## Reese’s defensive prowess
Reese was named WNBA Defensive Player of the Year by Associated Press in September 2026.
## Dream’s attendance surge
Atlanta Dream attendance rose 54.7% this year after trading for Reese in April.
## State Farm Arena upgrade
The Dream moved from 3,500-seat Gateway Center to 17,000-seat State Farm Arena starting next season.
## Dream’s TV ratings
Dream-Valkyries Game 1 drew 2.1 million viewers, the most in WNBA history.
## Reese’s team impact
Reese’s star power helped the Dream’s playoff run and earned them a 2-1 series lead.
## Key takeaway

Angel Reese scored 21 points and 12 rebounds to lead the Atlanta Dream over the Valkyries 97-71 in Game 3 of the WNBA Finals, giving Atlanta a 2-1 series lead.