WNBA fans are witnessing history. Today, Angel Reese secured her 1,000th rebound of her professional career, making her the fastest player to reach the feat in the fewest games. Reese’s special moment was nationally televised as well, as her team, the Atlanta Dream, took on Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever for the third time this season.
Angel Reese Makes WNBA History, Fastest Player To Reach 1,000 Rebounds In League History
DUBS IN THE CHATTTT
— Angel Reese (@Reese10Angel) June 20, 2026
Reese is sitting at the top. With her sixth rebound of today’s contest against the Indiana Fever, Reese became the fastest player to reach the 1000 rebound milestone in WNBA history in just 79 games. She surpassed WNBA MVP Tina Charles, who previously reached the milestone in 89 games. According to the Atlanta Dream’s PR team, Reese is leading the WNBA in rebounds, averaging 12.2 per game, and has 10 double-doubles on the season.
Angel Reese Defeats Caitlin Clark And The Indiana Fever For The Second Time This Season
Angel takes the steal coast to coast pic.twitter.com/FchfQRbT6y
— Shabazz 💫 (@ShowCaseShabazz) June 20, 2026
Reese had 18 points, 8 rebounds, 1 assist, 2 steals, and 1 block against Clark and the Indiana Fever, helping lead her team to a 113-96 win at State Farm Arena. Reese’s ATL teammates also showed up ready to work, as Naz Hillmon scored 19 points, Rhyne Howard had 24, Allisha Gray had 22, and Jordin Canada had 12. According to Trendy Hoopstars on X, Reese jump-started the Dream’s 13-point run with back-to-back buckets, giving Atlanta the lead in the third quarter.
Atlanta Dream Fans Are Going Crazy After Angel Reese Breaks WNBA Rebounding Record
Atlanta Dream fans are going wild after Reese placed her name in the WNBA history book. On Instagram, social media users are praising the 24-year-old for being in a league of her own.
“Angel Reese collecting rebounds like they’re Pokémon cards. 1,000 rebounds in 79 games is wild. And for anybody thinking about messing with the Thunder… don’t. That’s a weather warning, not a challenge,” someone wrote.
“Angel Reese got the internet in full panic mode today,” another person commented. “ATL put up 113 points on the Fever and folks who spent all year saying, ‘She’s overrated,’ suddenly got real quiet.”
“Angel out there grabbing rebounds like they owe her money, making history as the fastest player to 1,000 rebounds, and now the same people who were hating are acting like they’ve been fans all along,” they added.
On X, another user chimed in and wrote, “Angel Reese is the greatest rebounder in the history of the league.”
Reese Is Making Waves As Part Of The Atlanta Dream
Reese’s trade to the Atlanta Dream sparked much conversation in April 2026. According to a previous report from The Blast, Reese said she was excited about starting her third year in the W as part of a new team. Dream general manager Dan Padover said he was eager for Reese to join the team’s already stacked roster, saying acquiring her was a “no-brainer.”
Head coach Karl Smesko also boasted about how Reese’s on-court ability would benefit their team. “Angel’s [Reese] a special talent. I mean, everybody’s aware that she’s the best rebounder and the most relentless rebounder in the league,” he said. “But I also appreciate the other skills that she brings the team, from competitiveness to being able to handle the ball. She’s somebody that can grab and go, she can be on either side of a pick and roll. I think that versatility just makes her kind of a unique talent.”
Reese Went To Work Today In A Brand New Reebok Colorway
Reese went to work on the court today in a brand new “Angel Reese 1” colorway. The “Poison Angel,” a bright green shoe with red accents, will launch on June 25 at Dick’s Sporting Goods and on Reebok.com.
“The Angel Reese 1 ‘Poison Angel’ colorway is bold by design,” said Reese, per The Blast. “It represents confidence, edge and owning your space. This colorway is for anyone who plays fearlessly, stands out from the crowd and isn’t afraid to be seen.”
Before that, Reese celebrated her trade to Atlanta with an all-red colorway, saying, “We’ve had a great start to our season, and I’m excited to continue building one game at a time.”