Overview
- Atlanta head coach Karl Smesko said Reese asks to be held accountable and aims to become the best player, describing daily work with her as energizing.
- Reese’s first two preseason outings brought mixed results with 35.7% shooting, 57% at the line, and four fouls in 24 minutes.
- Clips from the Mystics game showed several blocked layups at the rim, drawing online criticism of her finishing and shot predictability.
- Reese said she is stretching her range to the three‑point line and embracing uncomfortable reps as she locks in on finishing stronger.
- A WNBA GM survey gave the Dream 27% of title votes behind the Aces and Liberty, and Smesko marked Reese’s birthday by offering $100 for a made three that she hit.