Dwyane Wade Praises WNBA Star Angel Reese For Breaking All-Time Record

Anthony Pasciolla | Sep 3, 2024

Aug 25, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese (5) looks to pass the ball against the Las Vegas Aces during the first half at Wintrust Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-USA TODAY Sports / Kamil Krzaczynski-USA TODAY Sports

The WNBA is finally gaining recognition, largely due to the popularity of the most recent draft class, highlighted by Indiana Fever's Caitlin Clark and Chicago Sky's Angel Reese.

Clark is contributing in all facets during her rookie campaign while Reese is standing out in a particular area. Rebounding is clearly the Sky forward's specialty, as she recently broke the WNBA record for most double-doubles in a season.

Miami Heat legend Dwyane Wade swiftly took to social media, congratulating Reese on the accomplishment.

"History in the making [star emoji]," Wade wrote.

History in the making ⭐️ https://t.co/C0FOwKKqcL
— DWade (@DwyaneWade) August 31, 2024

She surpassed the record previously held by center Tina Charles (22 double-doubles) with her 23rd against Clark and the Fever. Wade congratulating Reese stirred up some hate on social media as he ignored Clark's impressive outing. She recorded the WNBA's first game with at least 30 points and 12 assists on Aug. 30.

Reese also broke the record for most rebounds in a single year with 405, passing Sylvia Fowles just a few days ago. The Rookie of the Year race is perhaps the cloest it's ever been, but most are beginning to side with Clark for her offensive prowess.