# Angel Reese in WNBA Finals after Sky trade

> Six months after Chicago Sky traded Angel Reese, she leads WNBA Finals team.
- Title: Angel Reese in WNBA Finals after Sky trade · Chicago Sun-Times
- Summary: 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…
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- Source: Chicago Sun-Times — https://chicago.suntimes.com/chicago-sky/2026/10/16/six-months-after-the-sky-traded-her-away-angel-reese-is-in-the-wnba-finals
- Published: 2026-10-17T00:44:00.861+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: angel reese, chicago sky, atlanta dream, wnba, wnba finals, defensive player of the year, fiba world cup, playoffs, news, local
## 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.
## Key takeaway

Angel Reese, traded by Chicago Sky to Atlanta Dream six months ago, reached WNBA Finals after two years with Sky.