Angel Reese’s double-double streak ended by Liberty

Angel Reese’s impressive streak of double-doubles has come to an end.

In the Chicago Sky’s 81-67 loss to the New York Liberty in Chicago on Sunday, Reese scored eight points and grabbed 16 rebounds, falling just two points short of her 16th consecutive double-double. Her 15-game streak had set a new record, surpassing Candace Parker’s 12-game streak from 2009 to 2010.

Reese had a chance to extend her streak in the final 20 seconds of the game. The rookie tried to drive to the basket but was swarmed by four Liberty defenders, preventing her from scoring. Instead, she passed the ball to a teammate and did not have another shot opportunity.

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So far in her WNBA career, Reese is averaging 13.5 points, 12.0 rebounds, 1.8 assists, and 1.5 steals in 23 games. She recently earned her first All-Star selection and leads the league in rebounds per game (12) and offensive rebounds per game (4.8), reaching double figures in rebounds in 17 out of 23 games.

Sabrina Ionescu from the Liberty scored a game-high 28 points, along with six assists and three rebounds. Briana Stewart, the reigning WNBA MVP, was sidelined with a right hamstring injury. Jonquel Jones contributed 14 points and nine rebounds to the Liberty’s victory.

Marina Mabrey led the Sky with 21 points and 12 rebounds, while Michaela Onyenwere contributed 14 points off the bench.

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