Sports Highlights: Lynx Triumph Over Sky with Historic Performance by Angel Reese
Sports Triumph: Lynx Outshine Sky
The Minnesota Lynx claimed victory over the Chicago Sky with a score of 79-74, highlighting an exceptional performance by Angel Reese, who made history by becoming the WNBA's single-season rebounding leader.
Angel Reese Sets New Record
Reese finished the game with 17 points and 19 rebounds, achieving her 24th double-double, which is a league rookie record. With a total of 418 rebounds this season, she averaged 13.1 rebounds per game, eclipsing Sylvia Fowles' prior record of 404 rebounds from 2018.
- Reese also broke the record for offensive rebounds with 165, surpassing Yolanda Griffith's 162 in 2001.
- Alongside Reese, Courtney Williams contributed 22 points for the Lynx.
- The Lynx improved their record to 24-9 and have remained strong after the Olympic break.
Game Highlights
Despite the Sky's attempts to rally back, including Kamilla Cardoso scoring a career-high of 22 points, Minnesota controlled the pace of the game. The Lynx never trailed after a strong opening run, maintaining their dominance throughout.
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