Seven-time All-Star G Skylar Diggins joins Chicago Sky

Veteran point guard signs two-year deal with WNBA franchise

Apr. 11, 2026 at 10:09pm

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a WNBA basketball game or match, with overlapping planes of color and shape representing the dynamic action and energy of the sport.Skylar Diggins' arrival in Chicago signals the Sky's intent to build a championship-contending roster through strategic offseason moves.Chicago Today

The Chicago Sky have signed seven-time WNBA All-Star guard Skylar Diggins to a two-year contract, the team announced on Saturday. Diggins, a 35-year-old veteran, has career averages of 16.4 points, 5.3 assists, 2.9 rebounds and 1.3 steals per game over 11 seasons in the league.

Why it matters

Diggins is considered one of the elite passers and shot creators in WNBA history, ranking 8th in career assists and 25th in career points. Her addition to the Chicago Sky roster is expected to significantly boost the team's playmaking and scoring abilities as they look to contend for a championship.

The details

Diggins spent the past two seasons with the Seattle Storm, where she averaged 15.5 points and 6.0 assists per game in 2022. The Sky also signed forward Azura Stevens to a three-year deal and acquired guard Jacy Sheldon from the Washington Mystics in other moves on Saturday. To make room, the team traded rebounding force Angel Reese to the Atlanta Dream.

  • Skylar Diggins signed with the Chicago Sky on April 11, 2026.
  • Diggins spent the past two seasons with the Seattle Storm.

The players

Skylar Diggins

A 35-year-old seven-time WNBA All-Star guard who has career averages of 16.4 points, 5.3 assists, 2.9 rebounds and 1.3 steals per game over 11 seasons in the league.

Jeff Pagliocca

The general manager of the Chicago Sky, who expressed excitement about adding Diggins to the team's roster.

Tyler Marsh

The head coach of the Chicago Sky, who praised Diggins' veteran leadership and playmaking abilities.

Angel Reese

A rebounding force who was traded by the Chicago Sky to the Atlanta Dream in a separate move.

Azura Stevens

A forward who signed a three-year deal with the Chicago Sky on the same day as Diggins.

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What they’re saying

“Skylar is a player we have coveted for years. We are ecstatic to bring her to Chicago. She is one of the all-time elite passers in our game and continues to play at a high level on both sides of the ball.”

— Jeff Pagliocca, Chicago Sky General Manager

“Diggins is the kind of player who elevates everyone around her. Skylar is a true veteran leader, and she possesses unmatched speed and shot creation potential. I can't wait to work with her.”

— Tyler Marsh, Chicago Sky Head Coach

What’s next

The Chicago Sky will look to integrate Skylar Diggins into their lineup and system as they prepare for the 2026 WNBA season, with the goal of contending for a championship.

The takeaway

The addition of seven-time All-Star Skylar Diggins is a major coup for the Chicago Sky, as they look to build a championship-caliber roster around her veteran leadership, elite playmaking, and scoring ability. Her arrival, along with other key offseason moves, positions the Sky as a top contender in the WNBA.