F Azura Stevens rejoins Chicago Sky on reported 3-year deal

The 6-foot-6 forward previously played for the Sky from 2020-22, winning a WNBA championship in 2021.

Apr. 11, 2026 at 3:48pm

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a WNBA basketball game or match, with sharp, overlapping planes of color representing the dynamic action on the court.The return of versatile forward Azura Stevens to the Chicago Sky's frontcourt adds a new dimension to the defending champions' lineup.Chicago Today

Free agent forward Azura Stevens has rejoined the Chicago Sky on a reported three-year contract after spending the last three seasons with the Los Angeles Sparks. Stevens, a 30-year-old 6-foot-6 forward, previously played for the Sky from 2020-2022, winning a WNBA championship with the team in 2021.

Why it matters

Azura Stevens is a versatile and talented frontcourt player who was a key part of the Sky's championship team in 2021. Her return to Chicago bolsters the team's roster as they look to defend their title and compete for another WNBA championship.

The details

Stevens posted career-best averages of 12.8 points and 8.0 rebounds per game with the Sparks in 2025, while also shooting 38.1% from 3-point range and finishing sixth in the league with 47 blocked shots. She has career averages of 10.1 points and 5.6 rebounds in 220 games (134 starts) with the Dallas Wings, Sky, and Sparks.

  • Stevens previously played for the Sky from 2020-2022.
  • She won a WNBA championship with the Sky in 2021.
  • The Sky open the 2026 season on May 9 against the expansion Portland Fire.

The players

Azura Stevens

A 30-year-old 6-foot-6 forward who has played in the WNBA since 2018, winning a championship with the Chicago Sky in 2021.

Jeff Pagliocca

The general manager of the Chicago Sky.

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What they’re saying

“I'm truly excited to be coming home to join the Chicago Sky. This city means everything to me. The culture, the people, the passion for the game. To have the opportunity to come back to Chicago is amazing. I'm ready to get to work, embrace the moment, and give everything I have. Let's work.”

— Azura Stevens

“We couldn't pass up the opportunity to bring back Azura, a pivotal part of our championship team. Stevens brings a versatile element to our frontcourt as a shooter and shot blocker that we're confident will pair nicely with the players we have under contract.”

— Jeff Pagliocca, Chicago Sky General Manager

What’s next

The Chicago Sky open the 2026 WNBA season on May 9 against the expansion Portland Fire.

The takeaway

Azura Stevens' return to the Chicago Sky bolsters the team's frontcourt as they look to defend their WNBA championship. Her versatility as a shooter and shot blocker will complement the Sky's existing roster and give the team a strong chance to repeat as champions.