Sky acquire Jacy Sheldon from Mystics for 1st-round pick

The Chicago Sky add the 25-year-old guard in exchange for a 2028 first-round draft selection.

Apr. 11, 2026 at 5:37pm

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a WNBA basketball game in motion, with the players and court fragmented into overlapping planes of blue, orange, and navy colors, conveying the dynamic energy of the sport.The Sky's acquisition of young guard Jacy Sheldon represents their commitment to building a versatile, competitive roster through strategic trades.Chicago Today

The Chicago Sky have acquired guard Jacy Sheldon from the Washington Mystics in exchange for a 2028 first-round draft pick. Sheldon, 25, has averaged 6.3 points, 2.2 assists, and 2.0 rebounds per game over her 70-game WNBA career with the Dallas Wings, Connecticut Sun, and Mystics.

Why it matters

The Sky are looking to bolster their backcourt depth and add a young, talented guard who can contribute on both ends of the floor. Sheldon was the 5th overall pick in the 2024 WNBA Draft and has shown promise in her first few seasons in the league.

The details

In the trade, the Sky sent a 2028 first-round draft pick to the Mystics in exchange for Sheldon. Sky general manager Jeff Pagliocca cited Sheldon's 'toughness, competitiveness and ability to compete on both ends of the court' as key factors in the acquisition.

  • The trade was completed on Saturday, April 11, 2026.
  • The Sky open the 2026 WNBA regular season on May 9th against the expansion Portland Fire.

The players

Jacy Sheldon

A 25-year-old guard who was the 5th overall pick in the 2024 WNBA Draft out of Ohio State. She has career averages of 6.3 points, 2.2 assists, and 2.0 rebounds per game over 70 games with the Dallas Wings, Connecticut Sun, and Washington Mystics.

Jeff Pagliocca

The general manager of the Chicago Sky, who cited Sheldon's two-way play and competitiveness as key reasons for acquiring her in the trade.

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What they’re saying

“'Jacy made an impression on us with her toughness, competitiveness and ability to compete on both ends of the court. She has proven to be a great young player who can shoot the ball and defend in this league. Jacy fits what we are looking for seamlessly.'”

— Jeff Pagliocca, Sky General Manager

What’s next

The Sky will look to integrate Sheldon into their lineup ahead of the 2026 WNBA season opener on May 9th against the expansion Portland Fire.

The takeaway

This trade represents the Sky's effort to add young, two-way talent to their roster as they look to build on their recent success and compete for a WNBA championship. Sheldon's combination of scoring, playmaking, and defensive ability make her an intriguing addition to the Sky's backcourt.