Atlanta Dream forward Angel Reese made WNBA history by becoming the fastest player to reach 1,000 career rebounds, achieving the milestone in her 79th game — 10 games faster than previous record-holder Tina Charles. The record came during a 113-96 victory over Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever, where Reese pulled down eight rebounds and scored 18 points. Her rebounding dominance extends beyond the milestone, as she leads the league with 12.2 rebounds per game and has recorded 11 double-doubles in her first 15 games of the season.

Reese’s impact was also evident defensively, with the Fever going 0-for-8 from the field when she was their primary defender in the final three quarters. Acquired by the Dream from the Chicago Sky in April in exchange for two first-round picks, Reese has quickly proven her value, helping Atlanta improve to 11-4 and claim the top spot in the Eastern Conference.

The 1,000-rebound mark underscores Reese’s consistency and physicality on the boards, particularly on the offensive end where second-chance opportunities fuel her team’s offense. Despite her self-described high personal standards, Reese acknowledged the significance of her achievement, recognizing the hard work behind her rebounding prowess while remaining focused on future growth.