The Atlanta Dream secured a decisive 79–65 victory over the Golden State Valkyries in Game 2 of the WNBA Finals, knotting the series at 1–1 behind stellar performances from forward Angel Reese and guard Allisha Gray.
Angel Reese was dominant the whole game, finishing with 30 points and 16 rebounds on 10-of-16 shooting. She added 9-of-11 at the free-throw line, three assists and two blocks. Twelve of her points came off Golden State turnovers, and she scored 18 in the paint. Her 42 efficiency rating was the best of anyone on the floor.
Allisha Gray was the perfect complement, scoring 18 points with three three-pointers and going 7-of-8 from the line. Atlanta outscored Golden State by 20 points while she was on the court, the best mark on either team.
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The game turned in the third quarter. After trailing 37-39 at halftime, the Dream outscored the Valkyries 21-9 in the period and never looked back. Atlanta’s defense forced 19 turnovers, turning them into 24 points and 19 fast-break points to Golden State’s none. Jordin Canada added 13 points and 10 assists, and Rhyne Howard had six steals.
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The Dream also attempted 35 free throws to Golden State’s 19.
With the series tied, Game 3 shifts to Atlanta on Thursday.
