Diggins to Sky, Sabally to Liberty Kick Off WNBA Free Agency

WNBA free agency opened with a flurry of moves on Saturday, highlighted by seven-time All-Star Skylar Diggins signing with the Chicago Sky and Satou Sabally joining the New York Liberty, reshaping rosters across the league.

Diggins, who spent the past two seasons with the Seattle Storm, brings veteran leadership to a Sky team rebuilding after a 10-34 record in 2025 and the trade of forward Angel Reese to the Atlanta Dream. The 35-year-old guard, a Notre Dame product from nearby South Bend, Indiana, averaged 15.5 points and 6.0 assists last season while earning All-Star honors. Chicago general manager Jeff Pagliocca described her as a player the team had coveted for years, praising her elite passing and high-level play on both ends of the court. Head coach Tyler Marsh added that Diggins elevates teammates with her speed, shot creation and competitive edge.

The Sky bolstered their backcourt further by acquiring guard Jacy Sheldon from the Washington Mystics in exchange for their 2028 first-round draft pick. Sheldon, a 2024 fifth overall pick who has played for three teams in her brief career, shot 35.1% from three-point range last season and offers defensive versatility. Chicago...