Angel Reese Must Fix One Final Flaw to Realize Her 2027 MVP Dreams
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Angel Reese’s 2026 WNBA Finals performance underscored her dual-threat potential while revealing the one critical area she must refine to secure MVP honors in 2027. The Atlanta Dream forward dominated early in the series, averaging 21.7 points, 13.3 rebounds, and 2 steals per game while shooting 55.4% from the floor in the first three games.
However, her efficiency collapsed in the final four contests, where she converted just 28.1% of her field-goal attempts—a stark contrast to the Dream’s explosive run when she thrived near the rim. Though Reese was never the primary offensive driver, her late-season scoring surge made her indispensable under head coach Karl Smesko, proving her ability to elevate the team when she operated at her peak.
Her defensive prowess, highlighted by a Defensive Player of the Year award, already places her in elite MVP conversation, surpassing A'ja Wilson’s previous dominance in that category. Yet, to close the gap with competitors like Olivia Miles and Caitlin Clark, Reese must combine her post-FIBA World Cup scoring momentum with sharper efficiency.
With the 2027 campaign looming, her ability to sustain both offensive firepower and consistency will determine whether she fulfills her MVP potential.