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Recent News About Atlanta Dream
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Karl Smesko appointed as new head coach of Atlanta Dream
The Atlanta Dream has announced the appointment of Karl Smesko as their new head coach.
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Atlanta Dream parts ways with head coach Tanisha Wright
The Atlanta Dream have announced the departure of head coach Tanisha Wright. The decision comes after three seasons with the team. In a statement, the organization expressed gratitude for Wright's contributions, saying, "Tanisha was an important contributor in our efforts to rebuild the Dream, and we want to thank her for her hard work and dedication to the Dream over the last three seasons and wish her the best in the future."
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Atlanta Dream partners with Starbucks to support local minority-owned businesses
The Atlanta Dream and Starbucks Coffee Company have announced a partnership to support minority-owned small businesses in Atlanta. This collaboration will work with ACE | Access to Capital for Entrepreneurs to provide financial support through the Atlanta Dream Collective.
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Atlanta Dream secures final spot in 2024 WNBA playoffs
The Atlanta Dream clinched the final spot in the 2024 WNBA Playoffs with a 78-67 win over the New York Liberty on Thursday. The eight-seed Dream will remain in New York to play the top-seeded Liberty in a best-of-three series, with the first two games in New York and, if required, game three in Atlanta.
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Tina Charles sets new records for total rebounds and double-doubles
Atlanta Dream center Tina Charles has set new milestones in the WNBA, becoming the league’s career leader in total rebounds and double-doubles during Thursday night’s game against the New York Liberty. This achievement came on the same day she was inducted into the New York City Basketball Hall of Fame.
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Atlanta Dream sign Ezinne Kalu to seven-day hardship contract
The Atlanta Dream have signed guard Ezinne Kalu to a seven-day hardship contract, the organization announced today.
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Atlanta Dream secure victory over Dallas Wings in overtime thriller
COLLEGE PARK, GA – SEPTEMBER 6: Jordin Canada of the Atlanta Dream drives to the basket during a game at Gateway Center Arena in College Park, Georgia. By downloading or using this photograph, users agree to the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE (Photo by Adam Hagy/NBAE via Getty Images)
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Dream defeat Phoenix Mercury maintaining unbeaten streak post-Olympic break
By: Tori Newman, Atlanta Dream Communications Assistant
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Tina Charles moves to second place on WNBA all-time scoring list
Atlanta Dream center Tina Charles moved to second place on the WNBA’s All-Time Leading Scoring list during Wednesday’s game against the Phoenix Mercury. Charles passed forward Tina Thompson with a three-pointer in the fourth quarter.
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Atlanta Dream aim for new attendance record against Indiana Fever
The Atlanta Dream will face the Indiana Fever at State Farm Arena on August 26, aiming to surpass the attendance record set during their previous matchup. The first game saw a sold-out crowd of 17,575, marking the highest attendance for a WNBA game in Georgia.
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Atlanta Dream secure narrow win over Seattle Storm
The Atlanta Dream secured an 83-81 victory over the Seattle Storm, marking a strong start to the second half of their 2024 season. The win was largely driven by Rhyne Howard's standout performance, where she scored 30 points and contributed eight rebounds, two blocks, two steals, and two assists. This game marked her return after winning a Bronze medal with Team USA’s 3x3 women’s basketball team at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
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Rhyne Howard leads USA Basketball to bronze at Paris Olympics
Rhyne Howard and the USA Basketball 3×3 Women’s National Team secured the bronze medal at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, defeating Canada 16-13.
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Allisha Gray makes history at WNBA All-Star weekend
PHOENIX, AZ (July 19, 2024) — Atlanta Dream guard and two-time WNBA All-Star Allisha Gray has made history by becoming the first player in WNBA history to win both the WNBA Kia Skills Challenge and Starry 3-Point Contest at the WNBA All-Star weekend.
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Atlanta Dream sign Destanni Henderson to seven-day contract
The Atlanta Dream have signed guard Destanni Henderson to a seven-day contract, the organization announced today. In three games with the Dream, Henderson is averaging 3.7 points, 2 rebounds, and 1.7 assists per game.
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Atlanta Dream sign Destanni Henderson to seven-day hardship contract
The Atlanta Dream have signed guard Destanni Henderson to a seven-day hardship contract, the organization announced today.
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Laeticia Amihere joins Canada's roster for Paris Olympics
ATLANTA — Atlanta Dream forward Laeticia Amihere has been named to the 2024 Canada Women’s National Basketball Olympic Team roster, Canada Basketball announced today.
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Atlanta Dream announces sellout game against Indiana Fever
The Atlanta Dream will sell out its June 21 game against the Indiana Fever at State Farm Arena. A limited number of seats remain, and standing-room-only tickets are now available to accommodate demand, the organization announced today.
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Tanisha Wright named scout for USA Women's National Team at Paris Olympics
Atlanta, Ga. (June 11, 2024) – Atlanta Dream Head Coach Tanisha Wright will serve as a scout for the 2024 USA Basketball Women’s National Team at the Paris Olympic Games, USA Basketball announced today.