Angel Reese Named AP Defensive Player of the Year

Former LSU basketball stars Reese, Johnson receive AP honors

BATON ROUGE - A few of LSU basketball head coach Kim Mulkey's brightest former pupils laid claim to two season awards in the WNBA. Former Tiger star Angel Reese was named the Associated Press' Defensive Player of the Year for the 2026 WNBA season, while her former LSU teammate Flau'Jae Johnson was named to the AP's All-Rookie Team.This is the first time Reese has been named DPOTY in her three seasons in the WNBA. After getting traded to the Atla…

Angel Reese Earns AP Defensive Player Of The Year

Angel Reese appears to be doing what some said she couldn’t. On Sunday, September 27, the Associated Press released its […] The Angel Reese Earns AP Defensive Player Of The Year first appeared on The Blast

Angel Reese named AP Defensive Player of the Year

Atlanta Dream forward Angel Reese was named the Associated Press Defensive Player of the Year on Sunday, while she and guard Rhyne Howard both earned All-AP Second Team honors.

Atlanta Dream announce historic news after Angel Reese's DPOY win

Angel Reese has been sensational for the Atlanta Dream this season. She has showcased her elite skill set, particularly on the rebounding on the defensive end, and have altered shots with her presence inside the paint. It has led to the three-time All-Star earning AP Defensive Player of the Year honors. However, she is not [...]

Angel Reese Earns AP Defensive Player Of The Year - NewsTmes.com.ng

Angel Reese appears to be doing what some said she couldn’t. On Sunday, September 27, the Associated Press released its end-of-season awards, and Reese earned a major honor. Alongside Reese is her Atlanta Dream teammate, Rhyne Howard, who also made the list. In addition to Angel Reese, other WNBA superstars, including A’ja Wilson and Caitlin …

Angel Reese Named AP Defensive Player of the Year - OloriSuperGal

Angel Reese has been named AP Defensive Player of the Year, earning her first honor after a historic season with Atlanta Dream. The Associated Press announced Reese as its 2026 Defensive Player of the Year, recognizing her outstanding impact throughout Atlanta’s season. Reese becomes the first Atlanta Dream player to receive the AP Defensive Player...