Angel Reese demands Dream fans ‘pull up and pop out’ for WNBA Finals Game 3 vs. Valkyries

Angel Reese delivered a clear message to the Atlanta community after the Dream beat the Golden State Valkyries 79-65 in Game 2 of the 2026 WNBA Finals on Monday night.

Reese is going through the third season of her career in the league, her first with the Dream. She is enjoying her best campaign to date as she reached the WNBA Finals in her first playoff run.

Atlanta lost to Golden State in Game 1, needing a win in Game 2 to even up the series and take homecourt advantage. They achieved that objective, containing Golden State's attack to take control of the series and return home with momentum.

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Reese reflected on the win after the game. She expressed her determination to win, emphasizing to Atlanta fans to show up at the team arena for Games 3 and 4.

"I'm just doing whatever it takes to win… Atlanta, y'all better pull up and pop out!" Reese said on the USA broadcast.

How Angel Reese, Dream played against Valkyries

Angel Reese had an undeniable impact on the game. She filled up the stat sheet and her best offensive game to lead the Dream past the Valkyries in Game 2.

Both teams traded blows in the first half, only seeing Atlanta lead 39-37 at the break. They came alive in the third quarter, taking full control after outscoring Golden State 21-9 and not looking back.

Three players scored in double-digits for Atlanta in the win. Reese led the charge with 30 points, 16 rebounds, three assists, two blocks, and one steal. She shot 10-of-16 overall, including 1-of-1 from downtown, and 9-of-11 from the charity stripe. Allisha Gray came next with 18 points and five rebounds, while Jordan Canada provided 13 points and 10 assists.

The Dream will look to take a 2-1 series lead when they host the Valkyries in Game 3 of the WNBA Finals. That contest commences on Oct. 21 as tip-off starts at 8 p.m. ET.