Dream Defeat Lynx 89-81: Angel Reese Sets Record, Allisha Gray Shines
In a thrilling matchup at the Gateway Center Arena in College Park, Georgia, the Atlanta Dream secured a decisive 89-81 victory over the league-leading Minnesota Lynx on August 30, 2026. The game was highlighted by a historic performance from Angel Reese, who broke the WNBA single-season record for double-doubles with her 29th of the year. Reese contributed 15 points and 11 rebounds, surpassing Alyssa Thomas’s previous record of 28 set in 2023. Her achievement underscores her remarkable consistency and dominance on the court this season.
Allisha Gray was the offensive catalyst for the Dream, pouring in a game-high 23 points on 6-of-11 shooting from beyond the arc, while also grabbing 11 rebounds. Her sharpshooting helped Atlanta build a lead that they never relinquished. The Dream’s balanced attack saw four players score in double figures, and their defensive intensity forced 18 turnovers, which they converted into 17 fast-break points. Atlanta’s efficient shooting (46% from the field) and superior three-point performance (13-of-36) were key factors in the win.
For Minnesota, the loss snapped an eight-game road winning streak, leaving them with a 31-9 record and a 2.5-game lead over the Golden State Warriors in the standings. Despite the defeat, the Lynx showed resilience, mounting a 17-4 run in the fourth quarter to cut the deficit to 10 points, but they could not complete the comeback. Minnesota’s leading scorer was Napheesa Collier with 9 points, 7 rebounds, and 7 assists, while Kayla McBride added 14 points. The Lynx struggled from deep, hitting only 32% of their three-point attempts, and were outrebounded 37-32.
This game also had implications for bettors, as the Lynx were favored by 5 points but failed to cover the spread, while the total points (170) went under the projected line. The Dream’s victory at +122 odds meant a $100 bet would have returned $222. With the FIBA World Cup break looming, both teams will look to regroup, but Atlanta will carry significant momentum, while Minnesota
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