The Atlanta Dream faced a critical setback in the WNBA Finals on Monday night, falling 64-55 to the Golden State Valkyries at home. The loss gives Golden State a commanding 3-2 series lead, forcing the Dream to win two consecutive games to secure the championship. For former LSU standout Angel Reese, the evening was particularly difficult as she struggled to find her rhythm against Golden State’s defensive pressure.
LSU star posts career-low playoff scoring in loss, leaving Dream on brink of elimination
Reese finished with a modest seven points on 2-of-8 shooting, marking her second consecutive game scoring under 10 points. While she provided a strong presence on the glass with 15 rebounds and contributed five assists, her offensive output was notably below her postseason average of 17.0 points and 10.6 rebounds. The star forward also committed four personal fouls and three turnovers, a statistical profile that contrasts sharply with her dominant performance earlier in the playoffs.
The Dream must now return to Atlanta for Game 6 on Thursday, a matchup moved to 11:30 AM CT to allow them to play at State Farm Arena, the home of the Atlanta Hawks. With the series on the line, Reese and her teammates face an uphill battle to overcome Golden State’s momentum and avoid elimination in the final two games.
Source: Yahoo Sports
