Angel Reese Sets New Record for Atlanta Dream

May 11, 2026, 11:35
USSports

Introduction

On May 9, 2026, Angel Reese played her first game for the Atlanta Dream. Her team won against the Minnesota Lynx.

Main Body

Angel Reese moved to the Atlanta Dream in April. Now, many people want to buy tickets and team shirts. Her teammate, Allisha Gray, says Angel is very important for the team. Atlanta won the game 91-90. Angel had 11 points and 14 rebounds. This is her 50th double-double in 65 games. This is a new WNBA record. She did this faster than any other player. Angel played well on defense. She blocked a shot at the end of the game to win. She said her scoring was hard, but she wants to help her team win.

Conclusion

The Atlanta Dream play the Dallas Wings on Tuesday. They play the Las Vegas Aces on May 17.

Learning

πŸ•’ The Time Shift

Look at how the story moves from Past to Present and Future. This is how you tell a story in A2 English.

1. Things that already happened (Past)

  • Played β†’\rightarrow happened on May 9.
  • Won β†’\rightarrow the game is over.
  • Moved β†’\rightarrow happened in April.

2. Things happening right now (Present)

  • Want β†’\rightarrow people are looking for tickets today.
  • Is β†’\rightarrow Angel is important now.

3. Things that will happen (Future)

  • Play β†’\rightarrow They will face Dallas on Tuesday.

πŸ’‘ Quick Tip: 'Did' and 'Do'

  • Did = Finished. (She did this faster.)
  • Do/Does = General habit or truth. (She wants to help.)

Vocabulary Learning

team (n.)
A group of people working together.
Example:The team practiced every day to improve their skills.
team
a group of people working together toward a common goal
Example:The team won the match.
game (n.)
An activity with rules and a goal.
Example:They watched a basketball game on TV.
player
a person who participates in a sport
Example:The player scored a goal.
win (v.)
To be the best or succeed.
Example:She will win if she scores the last point.
game
an activity that people play for fun or competition
Example:They played a game of chess.
player (n.)
Someone who plays a sport or game.
Example:The player dribbled the ball toward the hoop.
win
to be successful or victorious
Example:She will win the contest.
ticket (n.)
A paper that lets you attend an event.
Example:He bought a ticket for the next game.
scoring
the act of making points in a game
Example:Scoring is important in basketball.
shirt (n.)
A piece of clothing worn on the upper body.
Example:Fans wore the team’s shirt during the match.
ticket
a paper that allows you to enter an event
Example:Buy a ticket to the concert.
defense (n.)
The act of protecting against an attack.
Example:Good defense stops the opponent from scoring.
shirt
a piece of clothing worn on the upper body
Example:He wore a blue shirt.
blocked (v.)
Stopped a ball or a path.
Example:She blocked the shot and made a great play.
defense
the act of protecting against an attack
Example:The defense stopped the opponent.
shot (n.)
An attempt to score a point.
Example:The player took a long shot from the corner.
blocked
prevented from moving or passing
Example:The defender blocked the shot.
record (n.)
The best performance ever.
Example:She set a new record for points in a game.
shot
an attempt to score in a game
Example:He took a shot at the basket.
faster (adj.)
Moving or doing something more quickly.
Example:He ran faster than anyone else on the team.
help
to give assistance
Example:Can you help me with this?
help (v.)
To give support or assistance.
Example:She wants to help her teammates win.
play (v.)
To participate in a game or activity.
Example:They will play against the Dallas Wings next week.
points (n.)
Scores counted in a game.
Example:She scored 11 points in the final quarter.
double-double (n.)
Having two high numbers in two categories in a game.
Example:Her 14 rebounds made a double-double.