The Atlanta Dream dominated the Connecticut Sun with a commanding 103-59 victory on Thursday, powered by a stellar performance from Angel Reese. Reese delivered her 30th double-double of the season, scoring 30 points and grabbing 10 rebounds while shooting an efficient 11-for-14 from the field in just 25 minutes, narrowly missing her personal scoring best.
This game marked the Dream’s return to action following Reese’s recent success at the FIBA World Cup, where she secured a gold medal. The victory underscored Atlanta’s strong form as they took control early and never looked back.
Record-Breaking Third Quarter Seals the Outcome
The turning point came in the third quarter when Atlanta unleashed a 31-11 scoring run that effectively put the game out of reach. The Dream’s offensive surge during this period highlighted their dominance on both ends of the court.
Alongside Reese, Rhyne Howard contributed 10 points and dished out eight assists, while also making history. The World Cup gold medalist surpassed the single-season three-point record previously held by Sabrina Ionescu, sinking her 129th three-pointer of the year in just 40 games—an impressive feat that cements her place in the WNBA record books.