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04/06 11:04 CDT Dream acquire 2-time WNBA All-Star Angel Reese from Sky for
first-round draft picks in 2027 and 2028
Dream acquire 2-time WNBA All-Star Angel Reese from Sky for first-round draft
picks in 2027 and 2028
By CHARLES ODUM
AP Sports Writer
ATLANTA (AP) --- The Atlanta Dream acquired two-time WNBA All-Star Angel Reese
from the Chicago Sky on Monday in exchange for first-round draft picks in 2027
and 2028.
Atlanta also receives the right to swap second-round picks with Chicago in 2028.
The 6-foot-3 Reese averaged 14.1 points and 12.9 rebounds in her two seasons
with Chicago, earning All-Star honors each year while finishing as the
runner-up for rookie of the year in 2024.
"Angel is a dynamic talent and a perfect fit for what we are building in
Atlanta," general manager Dan Padover said in a statement released by the
Dream. "She has already proven herself as one of the most impactful players in
the league, and her competitiveness, production and drive to win align
seamlessly with our vision. This is an exciting moment for our organization and
our fans."
Reese, 23, was the No. 7 overall pick by Chicago in the 2024 WNBA draft after
leading LSU to the 2023 national championship.
"This trade is designed to achieve roster balance and represents a great
opportunity for all parties," Chicago general manager Jeff Pagliocca said in a
statement released by the Sky.
"Angel has achieved many record-breaking milestones in her first two years in
the WNBA and has been a competitive force for the Sky. We are thankful for her
many important contributions to this league and this game, and we know she will
continue to have a big impact on the court and beyond. We wish Angel all the
best in her next chapter."
Reese averaged 14.7 points last season and led the WNBA with 12.6 rebounds per
game.
"I'm beyond grateful for the opportunity to join the Atlanta Dream
organization," Reese said. "I'm focused on continuing to grow my game,
competing at the highest level, connecting with the fans, and giving everything
I've got to the Dream."
Atlanta set a franchise record with 30 wins in 2025.
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