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‘Sis is a beast’ – WNBA fans react after Angel Reese makes history in Atlanta Dream semifinals win

Angel Reese delivered a historic defensive performance in the Atlanta Dream’s 92-82 Game 1 semifinal victory over the New York Liberty, cementing her status as the WNBA’s most dominant two-way force. The 24-year-old guard set a new record for combined steals (four) and blocks (three) in a playoff debut, stifling the Liberty into one of their lowest-scoring outings of the season while also contributing 17 points and seven rebounds.

Jordin Canada led the Dream’s offense with 25 points, but Reese’s all-around impact—backed by her Defensive Player of the Year award—solidified her as the series’ focal point. Social media erupted with praise, with fans dubbing her a ‘menace’ and ‘absolute beast,’ while comparisons to her archrival underscored her growing influence beyond statistics.

The win puts the Dream one step closer to the WNBA Finals, with Reese’s versatility proving decisive in a hard-fought series opener.

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