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Reese stars as Dream win first WNBA Finals match

Reese stars as Dream win first WNBA Finals match

Summary

The Atlanta Dream won their first game ever in the WNBA Finals by beating the Golden State Valkyries 79-65, tying the series 1-1. Angel Reese scored 30 points and had 16 rebounds, leading her team’s strong comeback after losing the first game.

Key Facts

  • Atlanta Dream made their first WNBA Finals appearance since 2013 and won their first Finals game.
  • Angel Reese scored 30 points and grabbed 16 rebounds in the game.
  • Reese is the youngest player to score 30 points and get 15 rebounds in a WNBA playoff game.
  • This is Reese’s first season with the Dream after being traded from the Chicago Sky.
  • The Dream outscored the Valkyries 30-8 during part of the third and fourth quarters.
  • The WNBA Finals is a best-of-seven series and the next games will be played in Atlanta.
  • The Dream had previously lost all 10 of their Finals games before this win.
  • Golden State Valkyries are playing in their first WNBA Finals after their first season in 2025.
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