Dream coach Karl Smesko criticizes officiating on Angel Reese in WNBA Finals
The gist
Atlanta Dream coach Karl Smesko said the contact on forward Angel Reese in Game 5 was "just ridiculous."
His complaints come as the Dream force a historic Game 7 against Golden State.
How it unfolded
- Oct 24, 2026The Dream lost Game 4 in Atlanta, tying the Finals at 2-2; Smesko said Golden State was "super aggressive" and physical on defense.
- Oct 26, 2026Atlanta lost Game 5 64-55 in San Francisco, putting the Dream in a 3-2 series hole.
- Oct 27, 2026USA Today reported Smesko stuck up for Reese after the Game 5 loss, calling the contact on her "ridiculous."