Chicago Sky Flirting With Another Shocking Trade Following Angel Reese Move

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The Chicago Sky made headlines when they sent Angel Reese to the Atlanta Dream on the first day of WNBA free agency. Could they be on the verge of making another stunning trade?

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Chicago Sky Is Rumored To Be Flirting With Another Surprising Trade Just Days After Sending Angel Reese To The Atlanta Dream

Front Office Sports reported earlier today that the Sky front office is in talks with the Los Angeles Sparks to send Rickea Jackson to the Windy City in exchange for Ariel Atkins. A final decision is expected to be made on Saturday, April 11.

The trade has already sparked strong opinions online, with several users urging the Sparks to keep Jackson on their roster, while loyal Chicago fans seem more than open to the idea.

Chicago has already been at the center of attention this week, according to The Blast, after parting ways with its star player, Reese, and sending her to Atlanta.

Angel Reese Had A Heated Final Few Weeks Of Her Second Year In The WNBA

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Reese’s trade to Atlanta wasn’t random. In fact, WNBA viewers expected it following the conclusion of her second year with the team.

The LSU alum bumped heads with the team’s leadership after voicing her frustrations with the Sky’s performance during the summer of 2025.

“I’m not settling for the same s— we did this year,” Reese said in an interview. “We have to get good players. We have to get great players. That’s a nonnegotiable for me. I’m willing and wanting to play with the best.”

Reese, who won a NCAA championship in 2023 continued, “… I’d like to be here for my career, but if things don’t pan out, obviously I might have to move in a different direction and do what’s best for me. But while I am here, I’m going to try to stay open-minded about what I have here and maximize that as much as I can.”

Social Media Erupts After Learning Angel Reese Is Now Part Of The Atlanta Dream

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Reese was punished by the Sky for her comments, which sent a wave of rage through her most loyal fans.

That’s why the news of her trade to Atlanta excited so many, like one X user who wrote, “I’m excited for the new WNBA season now. I was legit depressed thinking about it before.”

Another user wrote, “ANGEL IS FREEEE.”

A third posted, “WE ARE FREEEE FROM THE SHACKLES OF THE CHICAGO SKY!”

Celebrities also joined in on the fun, according to The Blast, like tennis star Coco Gauff, who said, “Looks like I’m making a trip!!” and rapper Latto, who said, “AHHHHHH.”

Shannon Sharpe Breaks Silence On Reese’s Trade To The Dream

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Former ESPN analyst Shannon Sharpe also weighed in on the news of Reese’s sudden trade to Atlanta on an episode of his “Nightcap” podcast.

“You can’t get it any better than this,” Sharpe said. “This is where she needed to be. This is heaven for her. This is it.”

Agreeing, NBA alum Joe Johnson called Reese a “perfect fit” for the team and the city, noting her impact on pop culture. “They’re gonna embrace her and everything she does.”

In her own statement, Reese expressed gratitude for the change. “I’m focused on continuing to grow my game, competing at the highest level, connecting with the fans, and giving everything I’ve got to the Dream,” she said.

Reese Is The Next Victoria’s Secret Cover Girl

Amid switching teams, Reese is also turning heads as Victoria’s Secret’s next cover girl. Launched earlier this week, the WNBA sensation poses on the beaches of Barbados, promoting the brand’s newest fragrance, Bombshell Bronze.

Of course, this isn’t the first time Reese has modeled for the iconic brand. In October 2025, she became the first WNBA player to walk in the highly coveted fashion show.

“My Victoria’s Secret family had me start with the fashion show in October, which was amazing. So I’m continuing my partnership with them for some unforgettable experiences so it’s really good to be back and continue my journey in the modeling industry,” Reese told Elle.

Regarding the shoot, Reese said being in Barbados was “literally perfect.”

“The bronze bombshell vibe is what we’re going for, so I’m really, really excited for this. When it comes out, we’re gonna break the internet again,” she said.

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