Angel Reese’s season-ending wrist injury is certainly a blow, especially considering her impressive performance earlier this season. With her record of 446 rebounds now under threat from A’ja Wilson, the situation adds an extra layer of drama as the regular season wraps up.
Wilson, already a dominant force and recent MVP frontrunner, is just 12 rebounds away from surpassing Reese’s record. Given her current average and the remaining games, it’s quite possible she’ll break the record before the end of the season.
Reese’s injury, sustained in early September, has unfortunately put her in a position where she might lose a record she set just a short time ago. It’s a tough break, but it also highlights how competitive and dynamic the WNBA can be, with records and accolades constantly in flux.
As for Wilson, breaking the rebounding record on top of her already historic season would solidify her MVP candidacy even further. It’s shaping up to be a thrilling end to the regular season, with both personal and team achievements on the line.