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The Chicago Sky traded Ariel Atkins to the LA Sparks in exchange for rising star Rickea Jackson, the No. 4 pick in the 2024 WNBA draft. Jackson averaged 14.7 points last season, while Atkins averaged 13.1 points.
The Chicago Sky acquired Rickea Jackson from the Los Angeles Sparks for Ariel Atkins on Sunday. Jackson was the No. 4 pick in the 2024 WNBA draft and averaged 14.7 points, 3.2 rebounds and 1.7 assists last season. “It’s thrilling to acquire one of the great young talents in this league in Jackson,” Sky general manager Jeff Pagliocca said. “Rickea is only going to continue to ascend, and the organization is excited to witness that growth firsthand.” It was a difficult offseason for Jackson when her ex-boyfriend, Atlanta Falcons player James Pearce, was arrested and charged in a domestic dispute incident in February. The Sky had given Atkins the franchise tag earlier this week. Chicago originally acquired her last February and she averaged 13.1 points in 34 games last season. “Ariel is a proven winner and one of the most respected two-way guards in this league,” Sparks GM Raegan Pebley said. “She’s a champion, an elite defender and someone who understands what it takes to win in big moments. Her professionalism, competitiveness and versatility make her a perfect fit for our franchise and a key piece in our pursuit of a championship.” It's been a busy week for the Sky. The team signed Skylar Diggins on Saturday, the first day a team could officially add free agents. Chicago also brought back forward Azura Stevens, who helped the franchise win a title in 2021. The Sky re-signed center Elizabeth Williams, who has been with the team since 2023. She averaged 8.5 points and 5.2 rebounds last season, appearing in 43 games with 15 starts. Chicago also re-signed guard Courtney Vandersloot to a multiyear deal. Vandersloot tore her ACL last year in June. Chicago traded Angel Reese on Monday to Atlanta, moving on from the talented young star. \\\_ AP WNBA:
Rickea Jackson averaged 14.7 points, 3.2 rebounds, and 1.7 assists last season.
The Chicago Sky traded Ariel Atkins to acquire Rickea Jackson, a young talent with significant potential, as part of their strategy to strengthen the team.
During the offseason, the Chicago Sky signed Skylar Diggins, re-signed Elizabeth Williams and Courtney Vandersloot, and traded Angel Reese to Atlanta.

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