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‘Inspiring’ – Angel Reese reflects on the Dream returning to the WNBA Finals after 13 seasons

Angel Reese, the reigning WNBA Defensive Player of the Year, has become the cornerstone of the Atlanta Dream’s return to the league’s championship round after a 13-year drought. The Dream, who have reached the Finals four times in franchise history but never won, now face a historic opportunity to end their losing streak, with Reese’s standout play—including 16.4 points and 12.1 rebounds per game in the regular season—leading the charge.

Her impact has been so significant that the team’s resurgence is often tied to her arrival, with Reese calling the moment a ‘blessing’ and emphasizing her commitment to bringing a title to Atlanta for the first time since the franchise’s inception in 2003. The Dream are one of only two active WNBA teams without a championship, alongside the Connecticut Sun, who will relocate to Houston next season as the Comets.

With the 2026 Finals set to crown a first-time champion, Reese’s leadership could finally deliver the long-awaited victory for Atlanta’s passionate fanbase.

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