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Reese Overcomes Slow Start to Lead Dream's Comeback
17 Aug
Summary
- Reese struggled early but was crucial in a 17-4 first-half run.
- She self-critiqued her initial performance during a halftime interview.
- Her team, the Atlanta Dream, is contending for first place in the East.
Angel Reese faced a difficult beginning to her Atlanta Dream contest against the Indiana Fever on Sunday, August 17, 2026. She missed her initial six field goal attempts and several shots near the basket. However, Reese was instrumental in orchestrating a crucial 17-4 scoring run that allowed the Dream to secure a four-point lead by halftime.
During a halftime conversation, Reese openly discussed her early performance, stating, "I was playing like s--- in the beginning." She acknowledged the game's nature of runs and expressed confidence in her teammates, naming Allisha Gray, Madina Okot, and Rhyne Howard. Gray led the Dream's scoring with 21 points by the third quarter, while Okot provided valuable support off the bench.
Reese attributed her turnaround to "taking my time" and trusting her abilities. The three-time All-Star, averaging a career-high 15.6 points and 12.0 rebounds per game, is a key player for the 21-12 Dream. This matchup was significant as the winner would take the top spot in the Eastern Conference standings.
