Angel Reese Surpasses Candace Parker with WNBA Record 10th Straight Double-double
Written by Site Hub on July 2, 2024
Angel Reese of the Chicago Sky has made WNBA history by achieving her 10th consecutive double-double, breaking the previous single-season record set by Candace Parker in 2015. In just her 17th game, Reese scored 10 points and grabbed 16 rebounds during the Sky’s 70-62 loss to the Minnesota Lynx on June 30.
Sky coach Teresa Weatherspoon praised Reese, stating, “She’s gonna continue to do what she does, that’s who she is, she’s always gonna come out and play hard and confident and give you everything that she has.” Weatherspoon also expressed pride in Reese’s performance and potential.
On the same night, Reese was honored with the Sportswoman of the Year Award at the 2024 BET Awards. She expressed her gratitude on Twitter, thanking BET for the recognition.
Reese was selected seventh overall by the Sky in the draft, a pick obtained from the Lynx after they traded down.
Source: BET
