Rickea Jackson made her presence felt in the Chicago Sky's preseason clash against the Atlanta Dream, logging 22 minutes of court time in a game that ended 87-78 in favor of Atlanta at Wintrust Arena. The former Lady Vol standout started for Chicago and showcased her versatility, finishing with nine points, three rebounds, and one assist. While she struggled from the field, hitting just 2-of-10 shots, Jackson was perfect from the free-throw line, sinking all five attempts.

The matchup also featured Angel Reese, who suited up for the Dream and delivered a solid performance with eight points, seven rebounds, three steals, and two assists in 13 minutes of action. Reese's energetic play added an extra layer of excitement to this preseason battle between two teams looking to build momentum for the regular season.

Jackson is entering her first season with the Sky after being traded from the Los Angeles Sparks on April 12 in exchange for Ariel Atkins. The No. 4 overall pick in the 2024 WNBA draft, Jackson spent two seasons at Tennessee (2022-24) after transferring from Mississippi State, where she established herself as one of the most dominant forwards in college basketball.

During her final collegiate season, Jackson averaged an impressive 20.2 points, 8.2 rebounds, and 2.3 assists per game, earning USA TODAY Sports Network All-SEC First-Team honors for the second time. Her transition to the professional level has been closely watched by fans and analysts alike, and this preseason performance suggests she's ready to make an impact in Chicago's lineup.

For Sky supporters and Lady Vol faithful, Jackson's ability to contribute in multiple areas—scoring, rebounding, and free-throw efficiency—bodes well for the upcoming season. As she continues to adjust to the WNBA's pace and physicality, expect her role to expand and her confidence to grow.