Atlanta Dream trade for Angel Reese to launch WNBA title challenge

The Atlanta Dream have traded for forward Angel Reese from the Chicago Sky ahead of the new season as they look to build on recent progress and challenge for the WNBA title.

The Georgia-based franchise sent two future first-round picks to secure the services of the former seventh overall draft pick.

Her arrival coincides with the organisation re-signing a strong veteran core, including Rhyne Howard and Jordin Canada, to multi-year contracts.

A missing piece for championship ambitions

Head coach Karl Smesko is already integrating the new recruit into a fast-paced offensive system during early training camp sessions.

The talented rebounder expressed her delight at the move following a reportedly fractured relationship with her former team.

“I always wanted to come to Atlanta,” Reese said.

“When you think of championship culture, playing next to these players, it just made sense.”

Building on recent playoff progress

Last season marked significant progress for the Dream, culminating in a first-round postseason defeat to the Indiana Fever.

The front office is now banking on their revamped roster to close the gap on the league’s elite.

The former college national champion believes the presence of established perimeter shooters like Allisha Gray will grant her unprecedented freedom in the paint.

“I do believe that Angel is the missing piece that we need to take us over the top,” Gray added.

Fresh start in Georgia

This high-profile transfer concludes a turbulent chapter in Illinois for the dynamic post player.

Now surrounded by an experienced supporting cast, the forward has a prime opportunity to elevate her professional career.

With training camp intensifying, the squad’s focus shifts entirely to forging the chemistry required for a deep postseason run.