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Dream Shock Aces on the Road!
19 Aug
Summary
- Atlanta Dream secured a significant road victory against the Las Vegas Aces.
- The Dream's balanced attack featured strong performances from key players.
- Allisha Gray emphasized limiting the Aces' second-chance points.
The Atlanta Dream achieved a decisive road victory over the Las Vegas Aces, securing a 97-82 win on Tuesday. This impressive performance marked a significant bounce-back for the Dream after a recent loss.
The Dream's success was fueled by a balanced offensive effort from Rhyne Howard, Allisha Gray, Angel Reese, and Jordin Canada. Howard led the scoring with 23 points, closely followed by Gray and Reese with 21 points each. Canada contributed 17 points to the team's effort.
Defense played a crucial role, with the Dream prioritizing the prevention of second-chance points for the Aces. Allisha Gray highlighted the team's focus on limiting possessions and pushing the pace. The Dream's strategy paid off, as they forced 17 turnovers and scored 17 points off them, also dominating the paint with 44 points to the Aces' 22.
This win advanced Atlanta's season record to 22-13, while Las Vegas's record shifted to 24-13. The Atlanta Dream are set to play the Los Angeles Sparks next on Thursday.
