Angel Reese Marks Atlanta Dream Trade With New Reebok ‘Red’ Sneaker Release
Chicago Sky GM Jeff Pagliocca cites roster balance for April trade; Shaquille O’Neal defends player against online scrutiny
WNBA player Angel Reese has released a new colourway of her signature ‘Angel Reese 1’ sneaker, titled ‘Red’, to mark her trade to the Atlanta Dream. The shoe, which features bright red detailing, became available for purchase on Reebok.com and at Dick’s Sporting Goods on June 12, 2026, at 10:00 AM EST. Reese, who was traded from the Chicago Sky in April 2026, stated the release celebrates a new season and team. The Atlanta Dream currently hold the second-best record in the league at 6-2.
Reese, a 24-year-old sensation who has set multiple record-breaking milestones in her first two seasons, previously played for the LSU Lady Tigers, where she won a national championship. The trade, executed in April 2026, was described by Chicago Sky general manager Jeff Pagliocca as a move to create roster balance. Shaquille O’Neal has publicly defended Reese against online criticism, characterising the scrutiny as bullying.
The ‘Angel Reese 1 ‘Red’’ sneaker became available for purchase on Reebok.com and at Dick’s Sporting Goods from June 12, 2026, at 10:00 AM EST. The release serves to celebrate her recent trade from the Chicago Sky to the Atlanta Dream and the commencement of the new WNBA season. The Atlanta Dream currently hold the second-best record in the league at 6-2.
Reese recently set a new WNBA record, becoming the fastest player to reach 900 career rebounds, achieving the milestone in 71 games. In her most recent game prior to the sneaker announcement, Reese recorded her first three-pointer of the season and her fifth double-double. Chicago Sky general manager Jeff Pagliocca stated the trade was designed to create roster balance.
Shaquille O’Neal publicly defended Reese against online criticism, describing the scrutiny as "bullying" and expressing frustration with internet trolls. The star player has indicated a focus on continuing to grow her game and competing at the highest level with her new team.
The Atlanta Dream currently hold the second-best record in the league at 6-2. The team is ahead of their matchup against the Indiana Fever. Reese has expressed confidence in the team's chances of winning the championship, comparing the current situation to her time at LSU.
Reese was traded from the Chicago Sky in April 2026. Prior to the trade, she had expressed a desire to remain in Chicago but indicated she would move if it did not align with her goal of playing on a championship-contending team. The general manager of the Chicago Sky thanked Reese for her contributions.
