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Angel Reese Goes 9-for-9, Posts 20-Point Double-Double

8/21/2026

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Reese Perfect Double-Double

Angel Reese posted a perfect-shooting 20-point, 10-rebound double-double on 9-for-9 shooting in a 124-88 win.
The performance gave her the WNBA-leading 25th double-double of the season.
Reese set an Atlanta Dream franchise record for field goals without a miss.
She became the league’s third player with a 20-point double-double on 100% shooting.
Reese praised retiring star and players’ union president Nneka Ogwumike for mentorship.

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Hammon Ejected

Becky Hammon was ejected after two technical fouls on August 18, 2026.
Roy Gulbeyan said the first technical followed Hammon’s court entry to dispute a no-foul on A'ja Wilson.
He added Hammon earned a second technical for aggressively pursuing the official.
Aces staff and Wilson restrained Hammon as the confrontation escalated.
The league announced a post-game review and had not issued any suspension or fine by Wednesday morning.

History

Historical Context

The WNBA launched on April 24 1996 and began play on June 21 1997 with eight original franchises, setting league policies on player conduct. Those founding rules still govern today, as seen when Angel Reese posted a 20-point double-double for the Atlanta Dream and Becky Hammon was ejected on August 18 2026 for a violation.

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Reese Perfect Double-Double

Angel Reese posted a perfect-shooting 20-point, 10-rebound double-double on 9-for-9 shooting in a 124-88 win.
The performance gave her the WNBA-leading 25th double-double of the season.
Reese set an Atlanta Dream franchise record for field goals without a miss.
She became the league’s third player with a 20-point double-double on 100% shooting.
Reese praised retiring star and players’ union president Nneka Ogwumike for mentorship.

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