From Chicago Sun-Times · · 1m 40s
Angel Reese in WNBA Finals after Sky trade
Six months after Chicago Sky traded Angel Reese, she leads WNBA Finals team.
In brief
Six months after Chicago Sky traded Angel Reese, she leads WNBA Finals team. Angel Reese, traded by Chicago Sky to Atlanta Dream six months ago, reached WNBA Finals after two years with Sky. Originally reported by Chicago Sun-Times.
Angel Reese's manifesting
Angel Reese calls her achievements manifesting, predicting she'd reach WNBA Finals before they happened.
“I think my journey speaks for itself”
Reese's 2026 WNBA journey
Reese made FIBA World Cup team, won Defensive Player of the Year, reached WNBA Finals.
Chicago Sky trade
Chicago Sky traded Angel Reese to Atlanta Dream for draft picks six months ago.
Reese's impact on Sky
Sky lost Reese, a key player, after two years with team.
Reese's mindset
Reese says she hasn't had time to reflect, focusing on future goals instead.
“I haven't had time to really reflect yet”
Reese's playoff stats
Reese averages 18 points and 8 rebounds in playoffs, anchoring Finals team.
Sky's trade strategy
Sky traded Reese for 2027 draft pick, hoping for long-term success.
Reese's career growth
Reese grew from rookie to Finals contender in two years with Sky.
Sky's decline
Sky in steep decline after trading Reese, struggling to rebuild.
Reese's future plans
Reese aims to rest and relax in early 30s after current career phase.
“I work hard now in my 20s, my early 30s so I can rest and relax”
Reese's public callout
Reese publicly criticized Sky roster and organization, leading to suspension.
Sky's trade outcome
Sky received 2027 draft pick but no immediate return from trade.
Reese's layup form
Reese's layup form initially seemed limited but improved in playoffs.
Reese's current status
Reese now in WNBA Finals with Atlanta Dream, six months after Sky trade.
The headline
Angel Reese, traded by Chicago Sky to Atlanta Dream six months ago, reached WNBA Finals after two years with Sky.



