‘They Swear She Doesn’t Move the Needle,’ ‘Box Office’ — WNBA World Claps Back at Angel Reese Doubters Amid Dream’s Historic Finals Ticket Demand
Angel Reese is drawing attention ahead of her first WNBA Finals appearance with the Atlanta Dream. This time, it’s not about her performance on the court.
The Atlanta Dream and rookie sensation Angel Reese are causing a stir in the WNBA as ticket prices for their first home game of the series hit a record high. According to online ticket marketplace TickPick, the cheapest available ticket for Game 3, scheduled for October 21 at 8 p.m. ET at State Farm Arena, is listed at $201, while the average purchase price sits at $494.
The Dream will open the series Saturday against the Golden State Valkyries, with the larger venue accommodating the increased demand. Reese joined the Dream in an offseason trade and helped the team finish 30-14 in the regular season, leading them to their first WNBA Finals appearance since 2013. Her impact on the court, including winning Defensive Player of the Year honors, has been met with praise, but it's her popularity that's drawing attention off the court.
Fans are buzzing about the "Angel Reese effect," with ticket demand for her as the biggest draw on the biggest stage reaching unprecedented heights.
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