Atlanta Dream Acquires Angel Reese from Chicago Sky

0:00On April 6, Atlanta Dream just pulled off a blockbuster move, trading for two-time WNBA All-Star Angel Reese from the Chicago sky. They sent over first round draft picks in 2027 and 2028, plus the right to swap second round picks that same year in. 2028. Reese, the six with three-forward out of LSU, dominated her first two seasons with 14.1 points and 12.9 rebounds per game. She earned All-Star nods both years and was runner-up for rookie of the year in 2024, after leading her college squad to a national title. Chicago finished 10 and 34 last season and Reese aired some frustrations about needing better talent around her. She later walked it back, but now she's hyped to join Atlanta, saying she's all in on growing her game and connecting with the fans. Dream GM Dan Patover called her a perfect fit for their winning vision, while Sky GM Jeff Palioca praised her impact and wished her well. Coach Carl Smesco loves her elite two-way play, energy, and toughness. Atlanta's rolling off a franchise record 30 wins, with stars like Alicia Gray in the MVP mix, Ryan Howard draining threes and Brianna Jones.

1:12Shining, Reese slots right in to push them even higher next season. Stay informed with global news today, AI-powered updates.