Angel Reese's DPOY win keeps her in the spotlight

She averaged 16.4 points and 12.1 rebounds

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 46m1 min read

Angel Reese did the work and spoke it into existence ✨ #FIBAWWC https://t.co/IdfAtFpMlT Via @FIBAWWC on X

What happened: One day after Reese was named the 2026 Kia Defensive Player of the Year, attention around the award was still building. The honor capped a season in which her defense and rebounding pushed her into the league's top tier.

Why it matters: The award keeps Reese at the center of the WNBA postseason spotlight and raises the stakes on every game that follows. It also extends the international attention around Angel Reese after her September run at the Women's World Cup in Berlin.

By the numbers: Reese averaged 16.4 points and 12.1 rebounds during the 2026 season before taking Defensive Player of the Year.

What to watch: The next test is whether Reese can turn the award momentum into a deeper postseason push. Further playoff results will shape how this season is remembered beyond the trophy.

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