Angel McCoughtry Shares Valuable Advice With Angel Reese After Trade to Atlanta Dream

The Chicago Sky franchise stunned the WNBA world, sending their megastar, Angel Reese, to the Atlanta Dream in exchange for two future first-round picks. The move not only made the Dream side a top contender in the league but also hints at rebuilding the Sky franchise.

After the trades, Reese shares an optimistic message about the future with the Atlanta Dream. But there is one aspect she should keep in mind, and former Dream player Angel McCoughtry advised her the same.

Angel Reese Receives Advice For Her Time At Atlanta Dream

McCoughtry spent 10 seasons with the Atlanta Dream before having brief stints with the Las Vegas Aces and Minnesota Lynx. Leading the league in scoring and also showing her strong defensive gameplay, the 39-year-old star made her mark in the league.

Talking on the Court Vision Podcast, McCoughtry had a special piece of advice for the incoming star as she said, “Stay focused on that championship and that city, they are going to give you everything you ever wanted.”

Angel McCoughtry gives Angel Reese advice following her recent trade to the Atlanta Dream pic.twitter.com/pAG57dA9IN

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While the former Sky forward has a strong WNBA resume, the team also has multiple All-Stars on the roster, giving her prominent support and making the championship dream a possibility. Atlanta Dream Executive also praised Reese’s fit with Atlanta culture after the trade.

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Also, the player received a special offer from the former Atlanta Hawks star, which highlights the positivity in the city for the trade.

NBA Star Offers Help For Angel Reese Following Trade

Lou Williams was one of the most impactful players in the NBA with multiple Sixth Man of the Year accolades to his name. he played for the Atlanta Hawks in his final period in the league and reacted to the WNBA’s massive move.

He said, “The vibe is amazing in Atlanta. I think she fits the energy of the city. There is some synergy there, she has some real connections in ATL in her personal life so this is a great move for the Atlanta Dream. As soon as the news broke, I reached out to my people, trying to get some season tickets.”

Angel Reese is causing Lou Williams to buy Atlanta Dream season tickets 🤩🔥

"Lemon pepper on Lou, Angel, I got you. … If I'm wrong for helping her find quality food in the city, then I'll be wrong every day of the week." 🍗💯@MichelleDBeadle | @ChandlerParsons | @TeamLou23 pic.twitter.com/eXBEQzZ4aQ

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“I will be at my fair share of games in Atlanta. Angel, I got you. … If I’m wrong for helping her find quality food in the city, then I’ll be wrong every day of the week,” Williams added.

Already, there is much buzz about her addition to the Atlanta Dream. Reese would look to fulfill the expectations and hype around her arrival.