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Dream’s Angel Reese reveals Liberty stars’ message that is fueling her in WNBA Finals

Angel Reese led the Atlanta Dream to a crucial 79–65 victory over the Golden State Valkyries in Game 2 of the WNBA Finals, tying the series at 1–1. The 26-year-old forward delivered a dominant performance with 30 points and 16 rebounds—both game highs—while also contributing three assists and two blocks.

Her double-double marked only the third instance in WNBA Finals history of a player recording at least 30 points and 15 rebounds, joining Breanna Stewart and Jonquel Jones of the New York Liberty in that elite company. Reese credited her team’s mindset shift after a tough Game 1 loss, emphasizing their focus on execution and film study to correct earlier mistakes.

The Dream, who swept the Liberty in the semifinals, now look to build momentum ahead of Game 3 at State Farm Arena on Wednesday.

Reese’s postgame remarks highlighted the team’s resilience, calling out their ability to regroup and return to their core identity. She acknowledged the challenging environment, including the support of the home crowd, while stressing the importance of small details and intentional play.

Her 10-of-16 shooting from the field and 9-of-11 from the free-throw line underscored her efficiency, reinforcing why she was named Defensive Player of the Year. With the series now evenly matched, Reese’s leadership and the Dream’s renewed focus will be key in determining the championship’s outcome.

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