Angel Reese Achieves First Career Triple-Double in Chicago Sky's Victory
Angel Reese led the Chicago Sky to a 78-66 win over the Connecticut Sun, achieving her first career triple-double in the process.
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Overview
- Angel Reese recorded her first career triple-double, scoring 12 points, grabbing 10 rebounds, and providing 10 assists.
- The Chicago Sky secured a 78-66 victory against the Connecticut Sun in this WNBA matchup.
- Caitlin Clark also achieved a triple-double this season, showcasing the rising talent in the league.
- Hailey Van Lith contributed significantly off the bench, scoring 16 points to support the Sky's win.
- This game highlights the competitive nature of the WNBA, with multiple players achieving impressive statistical milestones.
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Analysis
Emphasizes Angel Reese's historic triple-double leading the Sky to a 78-66 victory over the Sun.
"Fueled by Reese’s 11 assists — more than double her previous career high — the Sky had five players in double-figure scoring."
Chicago Tribune"Reese set her milestone on an assist to Ariel Atkins, who hit a long two-point shot to put the Sky up by 14 with 2:45 left."
USA TODAY"Angel Reese held up all 10 fingers in celebration of her first career triple-double, and the Sky needed exactly that kind of fiery, wind-ranging effort from her Sunday to beat the Sun 78-66 at Mohegan Sun Arena."
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FAQ
Angel Reese recorded her first career triple-double by scoring 11 points, dishing out 11 assists, and hauling in 13 rebounds.
Angel Reese is one of the premier rebounders in the WNBA, having led the league in rebounds per game as a rookie with 13.1 rebounds per game. She is on track to defend this title.
Hailey Van Lith contributed significantly to the Sky's win by scoring a career-high 16 points.
Angel Reese was the fastest WNBA player to register 30 career double-doubles and set a rookie record with 26 double-doubles in 2024.
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