Angel Reese’s remarkable double-double streak remains intact, thanks to a crucial last-second play by her Chicago Sky teammate, Chennedy Carter. In a thrilling game against the Atlanta Dream, Reese managed to surpass 10 points after Carter fed her the ball in the final seconds, allowing Reese to draw a foul and score her 10th and 11th points from the free-throw line.
Chicago triumphed over the Atlanta Dream, 78-69, and the crowd erupted when Reese achieved the necessary scoring threshold, having already secured 13 rebounds earlier in the game.
Reese has now recorded 14 consecutive double-doubles, setting a new WNBA record for the longest streak. The previous record was held by Candace Parker, who had 12 consecutive double-doubles.
Reese’s streak was in jeopardy due to foul trouble, leaving her with only seven points as the final minute approached. Even after scoring a layup with 25.1 seconds remaining, the 22-year-old seemed unlikely to reach the double-double milestone.
However, Carter seized the moment, sprinting forward with the ball after a Marina Mabrey block. Despite the Sky’s comfortable lead and no need for additional points, Carter was determined to give Reese an opportunity to extend her record. She passed the ball to Reese in the post, where Reese drew a foul from Tina Charles and successfully made both free throws, bringing her total to 11 points.
Reese and Carter, who didn’t have a connection before Reese joined the league this year, have quickly become close friends. Reese expressed her gratitude for Carter’s support and selflessness on Wednesday.
“That’s the Chenn to the Barbie,” Reese told reporters recently. “I mean, I love Chennedy so much, she brings so much energy. She’s probably the fastest player I’ve ever played with. … So just being able to continue to play with her and build confidence with her.”
The bond between Reese and Carter is evident, and Reese will undoubtedly cherish Carter’s thoughtful play that preserved her historic streak.
