A surprising announcement came today during the Atlanta Dream media day. Head coach Marynell Meadors informed reporters that Chamique Holdsclaw will NOT play for the Dream this season.
“Chamique called me on April 22nd and asked to be traded,”said Meadors. “It came as a total shock to me.”
Meadors said she didn’t know why Holdsclaw wanted to leave, but would honor her wishes and do her best to find a new home for the 32 year old WNBA veteran.
“I think it is so important for players to be in an environment that they are happy with and if they are not happy here, then I don’t want them here.”
Friday at 2:00pm is the deadline for rosters to be submitted to the league. Meadors indicated she was trying to secure a trade for Holdsclaw prior to the deadline.
Holdsclaw returned to the WNBA last season after a four year hiatus. She signed a three year contract with the Dream and was centerpiece of Meadors reconstruction of the two year old expansion team. Holdsclaw was an instant fan favorite. She averaged 13 points and 4 rebounds last season and helped the Dream to one of the best turnarounds in league history. The Tennessee grad was a 7-time WNBA all-star.
