Angel Reese made history by recording a double-double in a WNBA-record 15 straight games.
The Chicago Sky forward broke the league’s previous record of 12 consecutive games, set by Candace Parker between the 2009-10 seasons.
What exactly is a double-double? Here’s a closer look at the statistical feat and WNBA, NBA and NCAA players who have accomplished it.
What is a double-double in basketball?
A double-double is when a player accumulates a double-digit total in two of five statistical categories (assists, blocks, points, rebounds and steals) over the course of a single game.
In Reese’s case, her double-doubles consisted of at least 10 points and 10 rebounds.
Who owns the WNBA record for most double-doubles in a season?
Connecticut Sun forward Alyssa Thomas set a WNBA single-season record with 28 double-doubles in 2023.
Who is the WNBA’s all-time leader in double-doubles?
Sylvia Fowles has the most career double-doubles in WNBA history with 193. Tina Charles is second with 182.
Who is the NBA’s all-time leader in double-doubles?
Wilt Chamberlain has the most career double-doubles in NBA history with 968. Tim Duncan has the most career double-doubles since the NBA-ABA merger in 1976 with 841.
Who owns the NBA record for the most consecutive double-doubles?
Wilt…
