Angel Reese Joins Atlanta Dream in High-Profile Trade

Angel Reese Joins Atlanta Dream in High-Profile Trade

Angel Reese will play for the Atlanta Dream after a trade announced Monday. Filmogaz.com reports the deal moves one of the WNBA’s most prominent players.

Trade details

Atlanta acquired Reese from the Chicago Sky in exchange for future assets. The Dream sent their first-round picks in 2027 and 2028 to Chicago.

  • Atlanta first-round picks in 2027 and 2028
  • Dream granted right to swap second-round picks with the Sky in 2028

Many view the deal as a high-profile trade. The move reshapes both teams’ long-term planning.

Player profile and production

Reese is a two-time WNBA All-Star. She led the league in rebounding in 2025.

Across her first two seasons, she averaged 14 points and just under 13 rebounds per game. Chicago drafted her seventh overall in 2024.

She starred at LSU and helped the Tigers win the 2023 national championship. Her college success boosted her early WNBA profile.

Team perspectives

Dream head coach Karl Smesko praised Reese’s two-way impact. He highlighted her energy, toughness and instincts as a strong fit.

Sky general manager Jeff Pagliocca described the trade as a step toward roster balance. He thanked Reese for her contributions and wished her well.

Reese expressed gratitude for the opportunity. She said she plans to keep growing her game and to connect with Atlanta fans.

What this means for Atlanta

Atlanta finished the 2025 season with 30 wins. Adding Reese addresses rebounding and interior scoring needs.

The Dream expect her skill set to integrate into their system. The franchise aims to build around her physical presence.

Both teams are betting on different paths forward. Filmogaz.com will continue to follow roster developments and report updates.