_WNBA LEGEND STEPS AWAY_: Angel Reese Ends Career, Focuses on Next Chapter
While Chicago Sky rookie Angel Reese sits on the sideline, awaiting her return to the WNBA after a season-ending wrist surgery, her rebounding record has been taken. In the Las Vegas Aces’ recent 85-72 victory over the Seattle Storm, MVP frontrunner A’ja Wilson secured the single-season rebounding record. Reese previously held the record at 446 rebounds during the 2024 WNBA season.
Home Customer Service Stay Connected Read today’s Edition Local Events News Sports Entertainment Opinion Obituaries Featured Charlotte Observer Charlotte’s Best Shopping/Reviews Press Releases Sponsored Content Classifieds Place an Ad – Celebrations Search Jobs Search Legal Notices Advertising 99¢ FOR 4 months ACT NOW SPORTS Everyone’s Saying the Same Thing About Angel Reese After Big WNBA News BY MAX ESCARPIO ATHLON SPORTS UPDATED SEPTEMBER 18, 2024 7:53 PM While Chicago Sky rookie Angel Reese sits on the sideline, awaiting her return to the WNBA after a season-ending wrist surgery, her rebounding record has been taken. In the Las Vegas Aces’ recent 85-72 victory over the Seattle Storm, MVP frontrunner A’ja Wilson secured the single-season rebounding record. Reese previously held the record at 446 rebounds during the 2024 WNBA season. Wilson’s final stat line against the Storm clocked in at 21 points, seven rebounds, and two assists. The single-season rebounding record is now set at 451 and counting with the Aces. Shel’ll have a chance to extend that streak against the Dallas Wings on Sept.19. Following Wilson overtaking Reese for the WNBA record, fans mentioned that they felt bad for the rookie. Some argued that Reese’s relevance has fallen, while others said that she’s “kicking the air.” “Reese kicking the air rn,” said one fan. “*Angel Reese’s relevancy*” said another fan. “I feel bad for Reese, but A’ja’s record is far more acceptable given all the controversy behind AR’s rebounds (so many being her own even though statistically she’d still be leading). Well earned accomplishment for Wilson!!” “Sorry Reese,” commented said one fan. “She won’t let Reese have that one,” said one fan. “Reese kicking the air rn,” said another fan. While it’s unfortunate news for Reese, Wilson has produced one of the best WNBA seasons in league history. The Aces center is currently averaging 26.9 points, 11.9 rebounds, and 2.6 blocks per game. She leads the WNBA in average points, leads all active players in average rebounds, and leads the league in average blocks. Wilson has also set the WNBA record for the most points in a single season with 1,021 and counting.
