Angel Reese’s perfect shooting night drives Atlanta Dream to franchise record win

Atlanta Dream forward Angel Reese delivered a statistically perfect performance on Thursday, going nine-for-nine from the field to lead her team to a decisive 124-88 victory over the Los Angeles Sparks. Reese finished the game with 20 points, 10 rebounds and eight assists, anchoring a balanced offensive effort that resulted in a new franchise record for points scored in a single game.

The Dream’s 124 points surpassed the previous team benchmark of 113, establishing a new standard for the franchise. The team also recorded a franchise-best 32 assists in the contest, highlighting a collective offensive efficiency that extends beyond individual scoring.

Reese’s individual output also set a new franchise record for the most field goals made without a miss. The performance came at a time when the forward has faced scrutiny regarding her statistical accumulation, particularly for securing rebounds off her own missed shots. A perfect shooting night provided a clear counter-narrative to those critiques.

The game also marked a personal milestone for Reese, who broke her own single-season record for offensive rebounds. Entering the match with 171 offensive rebounds for the season, she added four more to reach 175, surpassing the 172 she recorded during her rookie campaign with the Chicago Sky.

This victory extends the Dream’s recent momentum, with the team now having won 10 of their last 13 games. The squad has eight regular-season games remaining on the schedule, providing further opportunities for Reese to extend her rebounding record as the team approaches the postseason.

The result follows a high-profile miss by Reese against the Indiana Fever a few days prior, which generated significant social media attention. Despite that recent setback, the Dream’s current form suggests a strong run into the playoffs, with the team’s offensive production reaching new heights.