Angel Reese Leads Atlanta Dream to Thrilling Season Opener Victory Over Minnesota Lynx

Angel Reese Leads Atlanta Dream to Thrilling Season Opener Victory Over Minnesota Lynx

Angel Reese and the Atlanta Dream kicked off the season with a thrilling one-point victory over the Minnesota Lynx at Target Center. Reese's standout performance included an impressive double-double of 11 points and 14 rebounds, along with key contributions in assists, steals, and blocks. Her crucial block in the final seconds helped secure the win for the Dream.

Allisha Gray led the Dream in scoring with 24 points, while Rhyne Howard and Naz Hillmon each added 15 points to the team's total. Reese, visibly excited after the game, celebrated the victory on her Instagram story, expressing her joy with a celebratory message.

Having previously not won a season opener in her first two years in the WNBA with the Chicago Sky, Reese's enthusiasm for the Dream's successful start is understandable. Her achievement of becoming the fastest player in WNBA history to reach 50 career double-doubles further solidifies her impact on the court. The Dream's victory sets a positive tone for the season ahead.