Angel Reese-Atlanta Dream update emerges ahead of WNBA Finals

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Angel Reese-Atlanta Dream update emerges ahead of WNBA Finals

Originally posted on ChiCitySports | By Paolo Songco | Last updated Oct 14, 2026 9:14 AM ET

Angel Reese and the Atlanta Dream are busy preparing for the WNBA Finals. They swept the New York Liberty on Friday to punch their ticket to the championship series for the first time since 2013.

The superstar forward led her team’s charge with 22 points, nine rebounds, three rebounds and two blocks. Rhyne Howard backed her with 21 points, while Jordin Canada produced 19 points, three rebounds and 11 assists. DeWanna Bonner added a 13-point, 13-rebound double-double in the 85-83 victory at Barclays Center.

Atlanta will face the Golden State Valkyries with homecourt disadvantage. The the No. 2-seeded team are also coming off a sweep in the semifinals, dethroning the Las Vegas Aces.

An Angel Reese development with the Dream emerged

Gametime reported that the Dream’s regular-season ticket demand tripled this year. Reese’s addition was a big reason for it as she landed with the Dream in April via a trade with the Chicago Sky. Fans flocked to State Farm Arena and Gateway Center Arena to watch the 24-year-old play.

“Regular season ticket demand for the Atlanta Dream rose by 200% with Angel Reese on the roster

Regular season ticket demand for the Atlanta Dream rose by 200% with Angel Reese on the roster

(via @Gametime) https://t.co/QIFuYfG2JD

— Yahoo Sports (@YahooSports) October 13, 2026

Reese is amid a historic year. She set new marks for most rebounds in a game and in a season, as well most double-doubles in a single campaign. The three-time All-Star also earned her first Defensive Player of the Year award and Team USA selected her to its FIBA World Cup lineup. She averaged a career-high 16.4 points, with 12.1 rebounds, 2.8 assists and 1.8 steals in 43 regular-season games.

Reese will be relied upon heavily again to dominate inside the paint against the Valkyries’ frontcourt. However, it’s easier said than done as they have a deep roster. Gabby Williams will spearhead their attack, along with Cecilia Zandalasini and Janelle Salaun.

This article first appeared on ChiCitySports and was syndicated with permission.

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