Dream’s Angel Reese blasts WNBA Finals officiating after Game 5 loss to Valkyries

San Francisco – Star forward Angel Reese of the Atlanta Dream expressed her dissatisfaction with the officiating in the WNBA Finals after the Dream's 64-55 loss to the Golden State Valkyries in Game 5. Reese alleged that the officials fail to call fouls against her and her teammates even when they are clearly physical. She pointed out that while both teams are playing physical, the Dream have been favored with a more favorable whistle.

Reese also cited a specific play in which Gabby Williams of the Valkyries fouled her, but no foul was called. The Dream coach, Karl Smesko, agreed, stating that the officials have been inconsistent in their calls, particularly when it comes to physical contact. He said that the Dream have been getting away with too many fouls, and the series needs to be called more fairly.