Dream’s Karl Smesko drops ‘playoff intensity’ truth bomb on win over Fever

Karl Smesko is feeling positive after seeing his Atlanta Dream squad take down the Indiana Fever on the road throughout Thursday night’s matchup.

Smesko is going through the second season of his head coaching career in the WNBA. He impressed in his first year with Atlanta, hoping to bring big success to the franchise.

Part of that objective involves having Atlanta take down playoff contenders like the Fever. Indiana eliminated Atlanta in the first round last year, making this win a payback moment in favor of the Dream. Smesko was on that side of agreement after the game, per reporter Wilton Jackson.

“The more you play like in playoff intensity, like games that are has this type of edge to it, and when both teams are playing at that level, where they’re both playing really well, I think it just, the more you can be in that environment and be in those situations, the more comfortable you’ll be in those situations. … It’s a great road win against a really good team,” Smesko said.

How Karl Smesko, Dream performed against Fever

Karl Smesko hopes to see more wins like those from his Dream squad. It will allow him to build them up as title contenders in the best-case scenario.

Five players scored in double-digits for Atlanta in the win. Angel Reese led the attack with 21 points, 11 rebounds and one assist. She shot 8-of-14 from the field and 5-of-8 from the free-throw line. Jordin Canada came next with 18 points and five assists, Naz Hillmon had 17 points and four rebounds, while Allisha Gray put up 17 points and three steals. Meanwhile, Rhyne Howard provided 16 points and six assists.

Atlanta improved to a 10-4 record on the season, sitting at second place in the Eastern Conference standings. They are above the Fever and the Toronto Tempo while trailing the New York Liberty.

The Dream will look forward to their next matchup, being at home. They are due for a rematch against the Fever as the contest is set for June 20 at 1 p.m. ET.

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