Angel Reese grabbed a WNBA-record 26 rebounds in the Atlanta Dream's 78-71 win over the Los Angeles Sparks on Monday, breaking both the single-game and single-season rebounding records in one night.
Key facts
- Reese pulled down 26 rebounds, breaking Chamique Holdsclaw's single-game record of 24.
- She also passed the WNBA single-season rebounding record in the same game.
- The Atlanta Dream beat the Los Angeles Sparks 78-71 on Monday.
- Reese added 11 points for her 27th double-double of the season.
Angel Reese made WNBA history on Monday, setting a single-game rebounding record with 26 boards as the Atlanta Dream defeated the Los Angeles Sparks 78-71. The performance saw the 24-year-old break two league records in a single night, according to the Guardian.
Reese’s 26 rebounds surpassed the previous single-game record of 24 set by Chamique Holdsclaw, as reported by Al Jazeera. In the same game, she also pushed past the WNBA single-season rebounding record, cementing a night of dual milestones.
Beyond her rebounding total, Reese contributed 11 points to give her a 27th double-double of the season, according to Al Jazeera.
Reese pointed to her shooting struggles as the reason she leaned into her rebounding. “Last time I was here, I didn’t miss any shots. Tonight I couldn’t hit [anything] so I knew I was going be able to get them on the rebounding side,” she said after the game, per the Guardian.
She also emphasized her focus on the team, adding: “I just want to be there for my team. Offensively, defensively, whatever it takes to win.”
The record-setting effort helped Atlanta secure the seven-point win over Los Angeles, with Reese’s work on the glass proving central to the result.
Why it matters
Reese's double record-breaking night marks a standout moment in WNBA history and underlines her impact as one of the league's premier rebounders. Setting both a single-game and single-season record in one outing is a rare achievement that highlights her growing legacy in the sport.
Frequently asked questions
How many rebounds did Angel Reese grab?
Reese grabbed 26 rebounds, breaking the previous WNBA single-game record of 24 set by Chamique Holdsclaw.
What was the final score of the game?
The Atlanta Dream defeated the Los Angeles Sparks 78-71 on Monday.
Which records did Angel Reese break?
She broke both the WNBA single-game rebounding record and the single-season rebounding record in the same game.