{
  "id": 13398359,
  "title": "An emotional Angel Reese delivered 3 powerful words after clinching Finals spot",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/10/an-emotional-angel-reese-delivered-3-powerful-words-after-clinching",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-10T11:36:54.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/emotional-angel-reese-delivered-3-113654146.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Angel Reese's emotional journey culminated in a triumphant declaration following the Atlanta Dream's sweep of the New York Liberty, securing their place in the WNBA Finals. As the team celebrated their historic achievement, Reese emerged as the emotional anchor, delivering three powerful words that encapsulated her journey. In a postgame interview, she began by stating, \"I manifested this,\" followed by revealing her intention to reach the Finals. The declaration was backed up by Reese's social media posts, where she had announced her intention just 364 days prior, tweeting \"I manifested the Finals\" on October 10, 2025. The sentiment was re-emphasized when Reese retweeted her own message, reinforcing the significance of the moment. This momentous occasion marked Reese's first appearance in the WNBA Finals, a dream she had envisioned nearly a year ago. Her words resonated deeply with fans and teammates alike, as the Dream's achievement became a testament to Reese's unwavering belief and determination. The postgame celebration, marked by tears and heartfelt moments, underscored Reese's legacy as a player who not only competes at the highest level but also inspires through her authenticity and resilience.",
  "summary": "Angel Reese's tearful interview after the Atlanta Dream clinched a WNBA Finals spot is everything.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Yahoo Sports",
        "title": "Dream’s Angel Reese opens up about close relationship with Karl Smesko",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/10/dreams-angel-reese-opens-up-about-close-relationship-with-karl-smesko",
        "published": "2026-10-10T00:26:43.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}