Angel Reese’s 30-16 Masterpiece Ties WNBA Finals at 1-1
Angel Reese delivered a career-defining performance, scoring 30 points and grabbing 16 rebounds to lead the Atlanta Dream to a 79-65 victory over the Golden State Valkyries in Game 2 of the 2026 WNBA Finals. The win ties the best-of-seven series at 1-1 after Golden State won Game 1. Despite a chaotic, turnover-heavy game featuring 32 combined turnovers and poor shooting for both teams, Reese dominated the paint and controlled the game's momentum. Her performance included a crucial 27-6 run in the third and fourth quarters, where she neutralized Golden State’s defensive strategy. The series now shifts to Atlanta for Game 3 on October 22.
