Angel Reese's Dominance: Chicago Sky's Rising Star Sets WNBA Records

Discover Angel Reese's remarkable rookie season with the Chicago Sky, setting multiple WNBA records and earning numerous accolades.

In her debut WNBA season, Angel Reese has already etched her name in the league's history books with the Chicago Sky. Despite a season-ending wrist injury in 2024, Reese returned stronger in 2025, becoming the first player to grab 15-plus rebounds in four consecutive games. Here’s a detailed look at her professional achievements:

  • 2024 Season Highlights:

    • Averaged 13.6 points, 13.1 rebounds, and 1.3 steals per game in 34 games.
    • Set the WNBA single-season record with 13.1 rebounds per game.
    • Recorded 446 total rebounds and 172 offensive rebounds in 34 games, both WNBA single-season records.
    • Became the first player in WNBA history to record 20 or more rebounds in three consecutive games.
    • Achieved 26 double-doubles, the second most in a season in WNBA history.
    • Set a WNBA record with 15 consecutive double-doubles.
    • First rookie to record a double-double in WNBA All-Star Game history (12 points and 11 rebounds).
  • Rookie Milestones:

    • Most double-doubles in a single season by a WNBA rookie (24).
    • Fifth rookie in WNBA history to average a double-double.
    • Chicago Sky single-game rookie rebound record (22).
    • First Sky rookie to score in double digits in each of her first five games.
    • Named WNBA Rookie of the Month in March 2024.
    • Named WNBA Eastern Conference Player of the Week in Week 7 of the 2024 season.
    • First Sky rookie to earn a WNBA All-Star selection since 2013.
    • Scored 12 points and eight rebounds in her WNBA debut on May 15.
    • Selected as the No. 7 overall pick by the Sky in the 2024 WNBA draft on April 15.

Angel Reese's journey from leading LSU women's basketball to its first national championship in 2023 to her record-setting rookie campaign in the WNBA is a testament to her talent and determination. Her contributions have not only elevated the Chicago Sky but also left an indelible mark on the league.

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