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Angel Reese, Dream Sweep Liberty Into WNBA Finals

By Drooid · Oct 11, 2026, 1:59 AM UTC · How we work

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Angel Reese Leads Dream

Angel Reese led the Atlanta Dream to the WNBA Finals.
The Dream completed a 3-0 semifinal sweep of the New York Liberty, winning 85-83 on Oct. 9, 2026.
Reese posted 22 points, nine rebounds, three assists and two blocks in the clinching game.
Reese averaged 16.4 points and 12.1 rebounds in 2026 and earned Defensive Player of the Year honors.

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Dream Weighs Jones Trade

Brionna Jones suffered a season-ending knee injury after appearing in nine games.
The Dream have three $3 million contracts for Jones, Gray and Howard, limiting cap flexibility.
Management is considering trading Jones to free cap space for wing depth and role players.
Minnesota Lynx, Toronto Tempo and Portland Fire have expressed interest in acquiring size.
If Reese earns All-WNBA honors, she becomes eligible for an EPIC contract extension.

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Valkyries Secure Finals

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Angel Reese Leads Dream

Angel Reese led the Atlanta Dream to the WNBA Finals.
The Dream completed a 3-0 semifinal sweep of the New York Liberty, winning 85-83 on Oct. 9, 2026.
Reese posted 22 points, nine rebounds, three assists and two blocks in the clinching game.
Reese averaged 16.4 points and 12.1 rebounds in 2026 and earned Defensive Player of the Year honors.

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