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WNBA·ANALYSIS·August 31, 2026 05:41 PM ET

Angel Reese's record-setting August keeps the focus on her rebounding

Her official career scoring total reached 1,500 points.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Aug 311 min read
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What happened: Reese set the WNBA single-game rebounding record with 26 boards on Aug. 25. She reached 1,500 official career points four days later.

Why it matters: The milestones add to a season in which Reese recorded her 29th double-double, a WNBA single-season record.

By the numbers: 26 rebounds: WNBA single-game record. 1,500 points: official career total as of Aug. 29. 29 double-doubles: WNBA single-season record.

What to watch: Reese remains available for Atlanta's next game after the league rescinded her technical foul.

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