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Atlanta's Angel Reese leaves game against Chicago with left leg injury
By Associated Press at ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports
· July 20, 2026
· 1 min read
ATLANTA (AP) — Atlanta Dream forward Angel Reese left Sunday's victory over Chicago with a left leg injury. Reese's knee buckled when she came to a jump stop under the basket early in the fourth quarter and she fell to the ground as she missed the layup. She got up quickly, but went down again [...]
Key takeaway Reese's knee buckled when she came to a jump stop under the basket early in the fourth quarter and she fell to the ground as she missed the layup.
Why this matters in The McAllen
The injury to Atlanta Dream forward Angel Reese may have occurred far from the Rio Grande Valley, but for local basketball fans, it's a reminder that even the most talented athletes can face setbacks. As the McAllen community continues to support its own youth sports programs, the incident highlights the importance of proper training and equipment to prevent similar injuries. Local coaches and trainers may be taking note of the play that led to Reese's injury, a jump stop under the basket, to reinforce safe landing techniques with their own players. The Valley's own athletes, from high school teams to recreational leagues, can learn from the experiences of professional players like Reese, and her road to recovery may serve as a motivating factor for young players in McAllen to prioritize their own health and safety on the court.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 20, 2026 ·
Source: ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? ATLANTA (AP) — Atlanta Dream forward Angel Reese left Sunday's victory over Chicago with a left leg injury. Reese's knee buckled when she came to a jump stop under the basket early in the fourth quarter and she fell to the ground as she missed the layup. She got up quickly, but went down again [...]
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