Angel Reese jokes Dream avoided 'crash out' over rigid WNBA referees
The recent WNBA game between the Phoenix Mercury and Atlanta Dream highlighted the league's stricter officiating. Angel Reese commented on the emotional control of her team amid numerous fouls and technicals called during the match. Despite the challenges, the Dream secured a narrow victory, and Reese expressed optimism for improvement in future games.
- ▪The game featured 35 total fouls called, with eight players accumulating three or more fouls.
- ▪Frustration over officiating led to three technical fouls and two flagrant fouls during the match.
- ▪Angel Reese noted the team's need to improve emotional control and emphasized their focus on what they can control.
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