Angel Reese breaks WNBA record with 26 rebounds against Sparks, sets single-season record as well
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Angel Reese rebounded her way into the record books not once, but twice in one night. Reese set a WNBA record with 26 rebounds in the Atlanta Dream’s 78-71 win over the Los Angeles…
On August 16, 2026, Angel Reese of the Atlanta Dream shattered the WNBA record by collecting 26 rebounds in a single game, a performance that not only set a new single-season high but also surpassed the previous single-game record. Reese's remarkable feat pushed her past the season record previously held by Chamique Holdsclaw, who achieved 24 rebounds on May 23, 2003.
The Atlanta Dream edged out the Los Angeles Sparks with a final score of 78-71 on Monday. Reese, who is a three-time WNBA All-Star, also secured her league-leading 27th double-double of the season, contributing 11 points in the process. Her performance earned her widespread admiration, with Dream guard Allisha Gray expressing awe at Reese's talent.
Reese has established herself as a dominant force in the league, previously setting the rookie record for rebounds per game and holding the all-time record for consecutive double-doubles. She leads the league in rebounds this season with an average of 12.0 per game.
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