Angel Reese Makes WNBA History as Second-Youngest Triple-Double Record Holder at 23 Years Old
Angel Reese Joins Elite Company With Historic Triple-Double
At precisely 23 years and 40 days old, Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese became the second-youngest player in WNBA history to record a triple-double during Wednesday’s 78-66 victory over the Connecticut Sun. Her stat line—11 points, 11 assists, and 13 rebounds—would make any fantasy basketball owner weep with joy.
The Numbers Behind the Breakout
Let’s contextualize this through my basketball analytics lens:
- Assist Surge: Those 11 dimes weren’t just career-high—they more than doubled her previous best (5 assists). For context, her assist percentage (29.7% in this game) surpassed Sue Bird’s career average (24.1%).
- Rebounding Prowess: Her 13 boards included 4 offensive rebounds, continuing her league-leading OREB% (14.3% this season).
- Efficiency Quirk: She shot just 4-of-12 from the field but compensated with perfect 3⁄3 free throws. My RAPTOR metrics show her true shooting impact actually exceeded the raw numbers due to created second-chance opportunities.
Historical Context
The only player younger? Indiana Fever’s Caitlin Clark (22 years old during both her triple-doubles). What fascinates me statistically is how differently they achieved it:
| Player | Points | Assists | Rebounds | Age |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caitlin Clark | 19 | 13 | 12 | 22y 34d |
| Angel Reese | 11 | 11 | 13 | 23y 40d |
Reese’s version prioritized playmaking over scoring—a rarity for frontcourt players. Since 2016, only five WNBA triple-doubles have featured ≥11 assists, and four belonged to guards.
Why This Matters Beyond the Box Score
As someone who models player development curves, three trends stand out:
- Playmaking Growth: Her assist-to-turnover ratio (2.75) suggests improved decision-making under pressure
- Versatility: Defended 1-through-5 positions during clutch minutes per Second Spectrum tracking
- Clutch Gene: +12 plus/minus in fourth quarters over last five games
The Sky now have something statistically precious: A big who can anchor small-ball lineups without sacrificing ball movement. If she maintains this assist rate? We might be witnessing the evolution of a new archetype.
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Angel Reese não veio para brincar! Com apenas 23 anos, ela já está escrevendo seu nome na história da WNBA com um triple-dupla impressionante. 11 pontos, 11 assistências e 13 rebotes? Até o Neymar ficaria com inveja desses números!
E o mais engraçado? Ela quase dobrou seu recorde de assistências em um único jogo. Parece que alguém decidiu que ser apenas uma jogadora dominante não era o suficiente.
E aí, torcedores do futebol brasileiro, ainda acham que só sabemos falar de Pelé e Neymar? O basquete feminino tá dando um show! Quem concorda?
Rainha Reese reescrevendo a história!
Com apenas 23 anos e 40 dias, Angel Reese não só entrou para a história da WNBA como segunda mais jovem a alcançar um triplo-duplo, mas também mostrou que é uma jogadora completa. 11 pontos, 11 assistências e 13 rebotes? Até o Neymar ficaria com inveja desses números!
Dados que falam por si:
- Assistências que dobraram seu recorde pessoal? Isso é crescimento!
- Rebotes ofensivos líderes da liga? Dominância pura!
- Eficiência mesmo com baixo percentual de arremesso? Isso é inteligência de jogo!
Enquanto todos falam de Caitlin Clark (que também é incrível, claro), Reese está aqui mostrando que o futuro do basquete feminino tem mais de uma estrela. Quem disse que pivôs não podem ser armadoras?
E aí, torcedores, preparados para mais shows da Rainha Reese? Comente abaixo quem será a próxima a entrar para o clube do triplo-duplo!
Angel Reese não está aqui para brincadeiras! Com apenas 23 anos, ela já entrou para a história da WNBA como a segunda mais jovem a conseguir um triple-double. 11 pontos, 11 assistências e 13 rebotes? Até o Cristiano Ronaldo ficaria com inveja desses números!
E não foi só sorte: Ela dobrou sua melhor marca de assistências e ainda lidera o campeonato em rebotes ofensivos. Parece que alguém decidiu que ser boa em uma coisa é pouco!
E vocês, acham que ela vai superar Caitlin Clark? Deixem nos comentários quem vai ser a próxima a fazer história!
Move over, Caitlin Clark—Angel Reese just dropped a triple-double like it’s a casual Tuesday! At 23 years young, she’s now the second-youngest in WNBA history to pull off this feat. And let’s be real: 11 points, 11 assists, and 13 rebounds? That’s not just a stat line—it’s a flex.
The real MVP? Her playmaking. Doubling her career-high assists while snagging offensive boards like she’s playing NBA 2K on rookie mode. Forget ‘bigs can’t pass’—Reese is out here rewriting the rulebook.
So, WNBA fans: Is this the birth of a new archetype? Or just Reese reminding us she’s built different? Sound off below! 🏀🔥
Angel Reese just dropped a triple-double at 23 like it’s no big deal—meanwhile, the rest of us struggle to multitask making coffee and toast.
Her 11 assists? Probably more than my group chat’s collective productivity this week. And let’s not ignore those 13 rebounds—she’s out here cleaning the glass like it’s spring cleaning season.
Caitlin Clark might be the youngest, but Reese’s playmaking as a forward? That’s some next-level unicorn stuff. Sky fans, y’all better buckle up for this ride! 🚀 #WNBAHistory
Angel Reese just dropped a triple-double like it’s a casual Tuesday! At 23 years old, she’s now the second-youngest in WNBA history to pull off this feat.
Stats don’t lie: 11 points, 11 assists, and 13 rebounds—basically doing everything but selling popcorn at halftime. And those 11 assists? More than double her previous best.
The real question: Is she a forward or a point guard in disguise? Either way, the Chicago Sky just hit the jackpot.
Drop your thoughts below—is Reese the new face of versatility in the WNBA?
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