Angel Reese, the rookie forward for the Chicago Sky, is making waves in the WNBA with her historic performances. In recent games, Reese became the first player in league history to grab 20 rebounds in back-to-back games. This remarkable feat occurred in Friday night’s 82-80 defeat against the Connecticut Sun and last Sunday’s game versus the Phoenix Mercury.
In the game against the Sun, Reese finished with 13 points and 20 rebounds, solidifying her place in WNBA history. She is the first player in WNBA history to achieve 20 or more rebounds in consecutive games, a feat that has not been accomplished since Shaquille O’Neal did it in April 1993. Despite the Sky’s losses in these games, Reese’s record-setting performances stand out.
Reese’s dominance on the boards is further highlighted by her consistency throughout the season. She has recorded double-digit rebound totals in 24 of her 29 games, setting and tying career-highs along the way. Her previous high was 18 rebounds against the Atlanta Dream on July 2. Additionally, Reese set a record earlier in the season by recording double figures in points and rebounds in 10 straight games, extending that streak to 15 games.
Currently leading the WNBA in rebounds with an average of 12.6 per game, Reese is on pace to set new records for the highest rebounding average in a season and total rebounds. She also leads in offensive rebounds per game, with a chance to surpass the record for total offensive rebounds in a season. These impressive statistics make Reese a strong contender for WNBA Rookie of the Year honors, competing with players like Caitlin Clark.
As the regular season progresses, fans and analysts alike will be closely watching Reese’s performances to see if she can maintain her historic pace and continue to make WNBA history. With 12 games remaining, the competition for Rookie of the Year honors promises to be exciting and closely contested. Angel Reese’s impact on the league in her rookie season is undeniable, and her future in the WNBA looks incredibly bright.
