Chicago Sky Aim to Rebuild with 3 WNBA Draft Picks

New coach Tyler Marsh looks to add young talent after busy offseason of veteran signings.

Apr. 13, 2026 at 10:25pm

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The Chicago Sky will have three picks in the upcoming WNBA Draft as they look to rebuild after a 10-win season. The team has already made some key veteran additions in free agency, including 7-time All-Star Skylar Diggins, former Sparks forward Rickea Jackson, and former All-Defense selection DiJonai Carrington. Now the Sky hope to add more young talent through the draft, including their first-round pick at #5 overall.

Why it matters

The Sky are in a transitional phase after trading away 2-time All-Star Angel Reese last week. With a new coach in Tyler Marsh, the team is aiming to build a brighter future through a mix of veteran leadership and young draft picks. How they fare in the draft could set the tone for the Sky's competitiveness in the coming seasons.

The details

The Sky have three picks in the 2026 WNBA Draft - their first-rounder at #5 overall, as well as picks at #21 and #32. These new draftees will be joining a revamped Sky roster that added several key veterans in free agency, including 7-time All-Star Skylar Diggins, former Sparks forward Rickea Jackson, and former All-Defense selection DiJonai Carrington.

  • The 2026 WNBA Draft will take place on Monday, April 13, 2026.

The players

Tyler Marsh

The new head coach of the Chicago Sky, taking over in 2026 after the team's 10-win season.

Angel Reese

The 2-time WNBA All-Star who was traded by the Sky to the Dream last week.

Skylar Diggins

The 7-time WNBA All-Star who signed with the Sky in free agency this offseason.

Rickea Jackson

The former Los Angeles Sparks forward who joined the Sky in free agency.

DiJonai Carrington

The former WNBA All-Defensive Team selection who signed with the Sky this offseason.

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What they’re saying

“We're excited to add some new young talent through the draft to complement the veteran leadership we've brought in. This is a critical offseason as we look to build a winning culture.”

— Tyler Marsh, Head Coach, Chicago Sky

What’s next

The Sky will look to make the most of their three draft picks on Monday night as they aim to quickly rebuild and return to the playoffs in 2026.

The takeaway

The Sky are in a transitional phase, having traded away a star player but adding several veteran free agents. Their performance in the upcoming draft will be crucial as they try to blend young talent with experienced leadership and build a contender for the future.