The Chicago Sky sign guard Natasha Cloud and waive Hailey Van Lith, according to multiple reports. Cloud, a veteran defensive-oriented guard, previously won a WNBA championship with the Washington Mystics in 2019. She has also earned recognition for her defense, including three selections to the WNBA All-Defensive Team. The move changes the Sky’s backcourt rotation ahead of the upcoming season, with Chicago parting ways with Van Lith to make room for Cloud on the roster.
The reports describe the transaction as a direct swap in which Van Lith is waived and Cloud is added to the Sky. Both outlets present Cloud’s background as a key element of the signing, particularly her championship experience and defensive accolades. No additional details on contract terms, timing, or the specific roster mechanics beyond the waiver and signing are included in the provided excerpts. The Sky’s decision reshapes their guard group and emphasizes defensive capability as a priority.
