Angel Reese’s historic run will make Shaquille O’Neal proud

Angel Reese has wasted no time in proving that she’s a good fit to the Atlanta Dream. They are off to a strong start this WNBA season with an 8-3 record, two months after the team traded for her from the Chicago Sky.

The two-time All-Star center recorded another double-double on Tuesday. She torched her former team with 17 points and 17 rebounds, along with four assists and two steals. It was the 57th double-double of her career, tying Blake Griffin for second-most through 75 games both in the WNBA and NBA.

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Reese’s feat is second to Shaquille O’Neal’s 75, which he recorded in his rookie year in the 1992-93 season. He entered the NBA as one of the most anticipated collegiate prospects in history. His rare combination of size and athleticism was unheard of at the time.

Reese and O’Neal have a good relationship. The Los Angeles Lakers legend has expressed his support for the third-year center several times.

Angel Reese and Shaquille O’Neal’s connection

Reese and O’Neal share a strong bond, and she considers him as a father figure. They both attended LSU and starred for the Tigers during their collegiate careers.

The 54-year-old was named president of Reebok Basketball on Oct. 12, 2023. His first signing was Reese, who has since released her signature sneaker line with the brand. O’Neal has also served as her mentor and has protected her from online bashers.

Reese’s double-double feat will only make O’Neal even more proud of her. She and the Dream have their eyes set on setting more records and creating more noise as the season progresses.