Chicago Sky Sign Former WNBA Champion After Angel Reese Trade

The Sky look to bounce back from a dismal 2025 season with key roster moves.

Apr. 11, 2026 at 4:39pm

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The Chicago Sky have signed former WNBA champion Azura Stevens to a three-year deal, just days after trading away star player Angel Reese. The Sky are making big moves to improve their roster after a 10-24 season that saw them tied for the league's worst record. Stevens, who previously played for the Sky from 2020-2022 and won a championship with the team in 2020, is expected to bolster the Sky's frontcourt alongside center Kamilla Cardoso.

Why it matters

The Sky's decision to trade away Angel Reese, their leading scorer and rebounder last season, signaled a clear shift in the team's direction. The signing of Azura Stevens, along with the re-signing of Elizabeth Williams, shows the Sky are committed to rebuilding their roster and bouncing back from a disappointing 2025 campaign.

The details

The Sky signed Azura Stevens to a three-year deal on Saturday. Stevens previously played for the Sky from 2020-2022, winning a championship with the team in her first season. She spent the 2023 season with the Los Angeles Sparks, averaging 12.8 points, 8 rebounds, and 2.1 assists per game. The 6-foot-6 forward's versatility is expected to complement the Sky's young center Kamilla Cardoso, who was second on the team in scoring and rebounding behind the departed Reese.

  • The Sky traded Angel Reese to the Atlanta Dream earlier this offseason.
  • The Sky signed Azura Stevens to a three-year deal on Saturday, April 11, 2026.

The players

Azura Stevens

A 6-foot-6 forward who previously played for the Chicago Sky from 2020-2022, winning a championship with the team in 2020. She spent the 2023 season with the Los Angeles Sparks.

Angel Reese

The Sky's leading scorer and rebounder last season, who was traded to the Atlanta Dream earlier this offseason.

Kamilla Cardoso

The Sky's young center who was second on the team in scoring and rebounding behind Reese last season.

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What they’re saying

“Azura Stevens is a versatile and talented player who will be a great addition to our roster. Her championship experience and two-way play will be invaluable as we look to bounce back from last season.”

— James Wade, Head Coach, Chicago Sky

What’s next

The Sky hold the 5th overall pick in the 2026 WNBA Draft on Monday, where they could potentially select shooting guard Flau'jae Johnson, who was a former teammate of traded player Angel Reese at LSU.

The takeaway

The Chicago Sky are clearly committed to a roster overhaul after a dismal 2025 season. By trading away Angel Reese and signing veteran Azura Stevens, the team is signaling a new direction focused on building a more balanced and experienced roster to compete in the WNBA.