Angel Reese’ exceptional rookie campaign continues to hit historic highs as the Chicago Sky forward delivered another statement performance on Sunday against the Los Angeles Sparks.
Angel Reese Joins Candace Parker in Rare WNBA Company
On Sunday night, the Chicago Sky forward delivered another monster performance, dropping a season-high 24 points and ripping down 16 boards in a hard-fought 92-85 win over the Los Angeles Sparks.
Reese became the first player in league history to notch four straight games with at least 15 rebounds, etching her name alongside legends.
The atmosphere was electric at Crypto.com Arena, with the Sparks honoring Candace Parker by retiring her legendary No. 3 jersey at halftime. Fittingly, Reese’ dominant night drew instant comparisons to Parker, who set the gold standard for versatile forwards in the WNBA.
Reese, just 23, took over in crunch time, scoring 11 points in the fourth quarter and powering through an and-one with 2:30 left to give the Sky a double-digit cushion. Her stat line was a coach’s dream: 24 points, 16 rebounds, seven dimes, and two blocks. It’s no wonder fans and analysts are already putting her in elite company.
Angel Reese today:
24 PTS
16 REB
7 AST
2 BLKThe first player to reach these numbers in a game since Candace Parker (2012). pic.twitter.com/1QESIYv8ZT
— Real Sports (@realapp_) June 29, 2025
Reese’ trajectory since being selected seventh overall in the 2024 WNBA Draft has been nothing short of meteoric. She’s already shattered rookie records once held by Parker, including the longest streak of consecutive double-doubles. Sunday marked her 16th game this season with 10 or more rebounds, a staggering feat for a first-year pro. Her consistency on both ends of the floor has made her a matchup nightmare for opponents and a cornerstone for the Sky’s future.
Reese’ Meteoric Rise
Reese’ journey from college standout to WNBA star was marked by relentless rebounding and commanding two-way play. After an injury-shortened freshman season at Maryland, she broke out in her sophomore campaign, averaging 17.8 points and 10.6 rebounds. Her transfer to LSU led to a dominant junior year, highlighted by a national championship, a record-breaking 34 double-doubles, and several accolades.
By the end of her senior season, she was named SEC Player of the Year, averaging 18.6 points and 13.4 rebounds. She declared for the 2024 WNBA Draft and quickly made her mark with the Sky, earning All-Star honors, breaking Sylvia Fowles’ single-season rebounding record, and closing her rookie season with historic numbers.
Reese has already surpassed 500 points and 500 rebounds in record time and recently recorded a triple-double against the Connecticut Sun. Now, by matching Parker in statistical brilliance and postseason impact, Reese isn’t just making headlines; she’s making history.
