Atlanta Dream forward Angel Reese made WNBA history during a game against the Chicago Sky on Saturday, recording her 500th rebound of the season in the first half. With this achievement, she became the first player ever to reach this milestone in a single season.
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Reese had previously set the WNBA single-season rebounding record during Atlanta’s 78-71 victory over the Los Angeles Sparks on August 24. She expressed her determination to excel in rebounding, stating, "Anything that goes up is mine," emphasizing her desire to be recognized among the best in the game, as reported by USA Today's Cydney Henderson.
The three-time All-Star has had a standout season, recently surpassing the previous record for double-doubles with 29 on August 30. This year, she has averaged a career-best 16.5 points and leads the league with 12.4 rebounds per game across 40 games before Saturday's matchup. Additionally, she contributes 2.8 assists, 1.8 steals, and 0.7 blocks per game.
At 24 years old, Reese has been a pivotal player for the Dream, who hold a 27-14 record and sit fourth in the WNBA standings as the playoffs approach. Atlanta enjoys a plus-10.2 net rating with Reese on the court, compared to a plus-0.2 when she is not, according to WNBA.com. As the playoffs loom, Reese's 2026 season is proving to be a remarkable one.