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Angel Reese Makes WNBA History
30 Aug
Summary
- Angel Reese set a new WNBA single-season record with 29 double-doubles.
- She also holds WNBA records for fastest to 20 double-doubles and 900 rebounds.
- Reese set a single-game record with 26 total rebounds in a recent game.
Atlanta Dream forward Angel Reese has etched her name in the WNBA record books, setting a new single-season record with her 29th double-double as of August 30, 2026. This remarkable feat surpasses Alyssa Thomas's previous record of 28 double-doubles set in 2023.
Reese's historic season includes multiple accolades. She is the fastest WNBA player to achieve 20 double-doubles in a season and the quickest to reach 900 career rebounds, doing so in just 71 games on May 29, 2026. Furthermore, on August 24, 2026, she recorded a WNBA single-game high of 26 total rebounds.
Her consistent performance extends beyond these records. Reese is averaging a double-double for her third consecutive season, with career-high statistics in points, rebounds, assists, and steals. She also leads the league in total rebounds and offensive rebounds per game.
Traded to the Dream in the offseason, Reese has continued her impressive trajectory. She previously set franchise records for the Chicago Sky and became the fastest WNBA player to reach 20 double-doubles in her rookie year. Her career total of 57 double-doubles through her first 75 games also ranks second all-time, trailing only Shaquille O'Neal if NBA history is considered.
Reese credits Atlanta head coach Karl Smesko for refining her skills, particularly her rebounding and shooting. This guidance has been instrumental in her development and continued success on the court.
