Angel Reese reacts to Dream fans’ response to her request

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Angel Reese reacts to Dream fans’ response to her request

Originally posted on ChiCitySports | By Paolo Songco | Last updated Oct 23, 2026 1:00 AM ET

The Atlanta Dream defeated the Golden State Valkyries 97-71 on Wednesday. They took a 2-1 WNBA Finals lead in front of their home fans at State Farm Arena. Angel Reese reacted to the supporters’ response to her request.

She finished Game 3 with 21 points, 12 rebounds, three assists and three steals. Reese was efficient from the field, shooting 7-of-12, and went 5-of-5 from the free-throw line. Rhyne Howard backed her with 16 points, four rebound and four assists to help lead Atlanta to within two wins of winning the championship.

The venue was sold out, and fans made sure to make their presence felt. They cheered for Reese and Co. loudly from start to finish, giving the team more energy to play harder.

Angel Reese addresses home fans’ support

Reese expressed appreciation for the support Atlanta fans gave her and her teammates. She added that she looks forward to seeing State Farm Arena packed once again on Saturday.

“Man, our fans showed up,” Reese said. “They showed up in every single possession. I thought Ballhalla was loud (but) Atlanta, y’all came out. And on a Wednesday, on a school night, they got work tomorrow. I appreciate y’all for coming out and supporting us and being loud on every single possession. Just cheering and just being super consistent. We really appreciate it. Y’all ain’t got work on Sunday. Y’all got church maybe, but Saturday, y’all better run it back. Run it back. I’m looking forward to it.”

“Run it back, I’m looking forward to it”

Angel Reese speaks on the support from the @AtlantaDream home crowd tonight, as they supported them in every possession in the Game 3 DUB!

#WNBASeason30 | #2026WNBAFinals https://t.co/AjNqlrsrRy

— WNBA (@WNBA) October 22, 2026

Reese was interviewed on the court after winning Game 2. She asked the team’s fans to watch the game live, and they didn’t disappoint her. Game 4 will be played at the same venue on Saturday, with the Dream having the chance to push Golden State on the brink of elimination. NBC will broadcast the game live at 1 p.m. ET.

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

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