Angel Reese Shines in Atlanta Dream's Preseason Victory Over Chicago Sky
Angel Reese made her return to Chicago to play her first WNBA game with the Atlanta Dream after being traded from the Sky. In the preseason game, Reese and most of the Dream's starters only played the first half. Despite shooting 2-of-7 from the field and 4-of-8 from the free-throw line, Reese contributed 8 points, 7 rebounds, 3 steals, and 2 assists. She led the Dream in plus-minus with a plus-14 and didn't commit any turnovers while handling the ball frequently.
The Dream continued their strong performance from last season, setting a new single-season wins record and ranking second in the league in 3-pointers made per game. In their preseason game against the Sky, Atlanta hit five 3-pointers in the first half, with three coming from Rhyne Howard. They also attacked the free-throw line, with Reese capping off a 16-0 second-quarter run that put the Dream up by 20 points.
Atlanta had a successful offseason, re-signing their core players and acquiring Angel Reese. Despite missing some key players in the preseason game, the Dream showcased their depth and talent. The Sky, on the other hand, made a comeback in the third quarter led by Sydney Taylor and Gabriela Jaquez. Taylor scored 23 points and displayed versatility on the court, but the Dream maintained their lead and secured the win.
The Dream's victory in their first preseason game sets a positive tone for the upcoming season. With a mix of experienced players and promising rookies, Atlanta looks poised to build on their success from last year. The Sky showed resilience in their comeback efforts, highlighting the competitive nature of the WNBA preseason games. Both teams will continue to fine-tune their rosters and strategies as they prepare for the regular season.