Angel Reese Traded to Atlanta Dream: A New Beginning for the Rising Star
Angel Reese has been traded from the Chicago Sky to the Atlanta Dream in exchange for two first-round picks in 2027 and 2028. The Dream also gained the rights to swap second-round picks with the Sky in 2028. Reese had expressed frustration with the Sky's lack of success during her time with the team, as they never made the playoffs or won more than 12 games in a season. Despite expectations of being a cornerstone player for the Sky alongside Kamilla Cardoso, Reese is now excited to join the Dream, as she shared a photo of herself in a Dream jersey on social media after the trade was announced.
Reese's former teammate, Cardoso, showed her support for Reese on social media, referring to them as the "twin tower" duo. Both players led the Sky in scoring and rebounding last season, with Reese averaging 14.7 points and 12.6 rebounds, and Cardoso averaging 13.6 points and 8.5 rebounds. The Sky's decision to trade Reese indicates a shift in their direction, and it will be interesting to see how they build around Cardoso moving forward. The acquired draft picks from the Dream could play a significant role in shaping the team's future.