The WNBA landscape shifted dramatically on April 6th when the Chicago Sky traded star forward Angel Reese to the Atlanta Dream. Now, the 23-year-old phenom has a clear message for her new city: she's all in.
"I was so excited when I finally found out," Reese exclusively shared. "The team has welcomed me so much, the atmosphere, the culture ... I'm so excited to be in A-Town."
Reese, the seventh overall pick in the 2023 draft, quickly became a cornerstone for Chicago, achieving record-breaking milestones in her first two seasons. The blockbuster trade, which sent Reese to Atlanta in exchange for two first-round picks, was described by Sky management as a move to achieve roster balance. For Reese, it's the start of an exciting new chapter.
Her commitment was made crystal clear with a direct address to the Dream faithful: "Atlanta, what up? ATL barbie is in town and I am here to stay." This promise of stability and dedication is exactly what fans and a franchise looking to climb the standings want to hear from their new star.
Beyond the court, Reese continues to break barriers as a cultural icon. The very next day after the trade news broke, she was in New York City helping Victoria's Secret launch its new "The Season of Strapless" campaign, becoming the first WNBA player ever to star in one of their shoots.
Reflecting on the Barbados photoshoot, Reese recalled the fun and challenge of it all: "I was in the water and the waves were hitting me, the sand was in every place it shouldn't have been. But it was so much fun." She proudly added, "The photos came out phenomenal... this collection is gonna be so amazing because the strapless bra is back, baby!"
With a major fashion campaign under her belt and a fiery declaration of loyalty to Atlanta, Angel Reese isn't just arriving in Georgia—she's planting her flag. The Dream's atmosphere and culture have a new, powerful voice ready to lead, both on the hardwood and in the spotlight.