Three years after leading LSU to its first NCAA championship, Angel Reese is rewriting the WNBA record books. The Atlanta Dream forward delivered a performance for the ages on Sunday, pulling down 26 rebounds in a 78-71 victory over the Los Angeles Sparks — a new single-game league record.
That monster outing also pushed her season total to 458 boards, breaking the WNBA's single-season rebounding record. The milestone didn't go unnoticed back in Baton Rouge, where LSU's women's basketball program took to social media to shower their former star with praise.
“BOARD CERTIFIED ‼️😤 Angel Reese now holds the WNBA records for most rebounds in a single game (26) and a single season (458),” the team posted on X.
Fans quickly joined the celebration, with one declaring, “Just hang her jersey in the rafters already.” Another wrote, “Congrats AR love this for you. Well deserved 👏 Hard work showing.” A third chimed in, “Well deserved!”
Reese's dominance on the glass has been a cornerstone of her game since her college days, and the move to Atlanta has unlocked a new level. After two seasons with the Chicago Sky, she's found a home with the Dream, who have already clinched a playoff berth and could finish as high as the second seed. Last year, Atlanta posted the league's third-best record but fell in the first round to the Indiana Fever. With Reese anchoring the paint, the Dream are hoping for a deeper run this time around.
Her record-breaking night also drew reactions from around the league, including a fiery response to critics who questioned her style. Reese has never shied away from the spotlight, and her relentless hustle on the boards has silenced doubters.
The 26-rebound game was a masterclass in positioning and tenacity, as she consistently beat defenders to the ball. It's the kind of performance that etches a player's name into the history books and cements her status as a generational talent.
With the playoffs looming, Reese's rebounding prowess could be the difference-maker for Atlanta. Her ability to control the glass gives the Dream extra possessions and fuels their transition offense. As she continues to shatter records, LSU can proudly point to her as a product of their program, and fans everywhere are watching to see what she does next.
Reese's journey from college champion to WNBA record-breaker is a testament to her work ethic and determination. Her openness about the mental challenges of professional sports has also endeared her to fans, making her success all the more inspiring.
