Angel Reese drives Atlanta Dream's strong start with double‑double surge

Angel Reese was traded from the Chicago Sky to the Atlanta Dream on April 6, with Atlanta giving up first‑round picks in 2027 and 2028 and a second‑round pick swap. Since joining the Dream, Reese has been averaging 14.6 points and a league‑best 12.3 rebounds per game. In her first 13 games she recorded nine double‑doubles, bringing her career total to 59 – the most in WNBA history through 76 games.

Reese has filled in at center while All‑Star Brionna Jones recovers from a knee injury and will shift back to forward once Jones returns. Her play has helped the Dream post a 9‑4 record, a half‑game ahead of the Indiana Fever, as the team prepares for back‑to‑back matchups against Caitlin Clark and the Fever. The Dream’s marquee games are being moved to State Farm Arena to accommodate larger crowds.

Teammates praised her impact: guard Rhyne Howard said Reese brings “tenacity” and “fire,” and coach Karl Smesko highlighted her defensive seriousness. Reese expressed joy at the supportive environment, saying she feels “happy” and grateful to “show up to work” every day.