# Angel Reese's Snowball Effect Ahead of WNBA Finals

> Angel Reese's fearless play and leadership help Atlanta Dream reach WNBA Finals after sweeping New York Liberty.
- Title: Angel Reese's Snowball Effect Ahead of WNBA Finals | Shortify
- Summary: Angel Reese's fearless play and leadership help Atlanta Dream reach WNBA Finals after sweeping New York Liberty. Angel Reese's defensive impact and team…
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- Source: EssentiallySports — https://essentiallysports.com/wnba-basketball-news-snowball-effect-wnba-legend-delivers-verdict-on-angel-reese-ahead-of-wnba-finals
- Author: Ojus Verma
- Published: 2026-10-13T01:43:27+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: angel reese, atlanta dream, wnba finals, new york liberty, golden state valkyries, wnba defensive player of the year, kobe bryant, sports
## Atlanta Dream reach WNBA Finals
Atlanta Dream swept New York Liberty 3-0 to reach WNBA Finals for first time since 2013.
## Angel Reese's defensive impact
Reese led WNBA with 12.1 rebounds per game and won 2026 Kia WNBA Defensive Player of the Year.
## Tina Charles praises Reese
Tina Charles called Reese 'fearless' and said her presence creates a 'snowball effect' for the team.

> She is just fearless, and that’s exactly what you want, especially from your inside presence.
## Reese stands up for teammates
Reese confronted New York Liberty star Sabrina Ionescu after a foul during Game 3 of semifinals.

> You’re not gonna mess with my teammates. This is what you’re gonna get every single time when you try to try one of us.
## Reese echoes Kobe Bryant
Reese said 'The job is not done' echoing Kobe Bryant's message ahead of WNBA Finals.

> The job is not done. We’re definitely happy about where we are right now, but we’re not satisfied.
## Dream faces Golden State Valkyries
Atlanta Dream will face Golden State Valkyries in best-of-seven WNBA Finals series.
## Key takeaway

Angel Reese's defensive impact and team leadership helped Atlanta Dream reach WNBA Finals, but the team must now win the championship.