Angel Reese continues to make her presence felt in the WNBA, posting her seventh consecutive double-double in a crucial win for the Chicago Sky. On Wednesday, Reese helped power the Sky to an 87-76 victory over the Dallas Wings and rising star Paige Bueckers, delivering 15 points and 11 rebounds in another standout performance.
This marks the longest active double-double streak in the league this season. Through 19 games, Reese has now registered 13 games with at least 10 points and 10 rebounds, further cementing her reputation as one of the WNBA‘s most dominant young forwards.
The streak began on June 22 in a game against the Atlanta Dream. Despite a tough 93-80 loss that night, Reese racked up 10 points and 19 rebounds, setting the tone for the stretch to follow. Since then, the Sky have gone 3-4, a record that doesn’t fully reflect how critical Reese has been to keeping the team competitive during this phase of the season.
“Double-Double Queen” evolving into a complete offensive threat
Nicknamed the “Double-Double Queen,” Reese earned that title through her relentless work in the paint and her impressive rookie campaign in 2024. That season, she notched a league-best 26 double-doubles, three more than eventual MVP A’ja Wilson, and went on a record-breaking run of 15 consecutive double-doubles. That streak shattered the previous WNBA record of 12 held by Candace Parker, another Chicago Sky legend.
But what truly separates Reese‘s current season from her breakout rookie year is her steady improvement as a scorer. Through her first 10 games this year, she shot just 33.7 percent from the field. However, over her last nine outings, that efficiency has jumped to 54.1 percent-a dramatic leap that highlights her growth and confidence as a second-year pro.
This increase in shooting percentage not only boosts her personal stats but also stretches defenses and creates more opportunities for her teammates. Opponents can no longer afford to give her space near the basket, knowing she’s converting at a significantly higher rate than earlier in the year.
Angel Reese’s impact on the floor goes well beyond the box score. She commands double teams, forces rotations, and sets the emotional tone for a young Chicago team still finding its rhythm in a competitive league.
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