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Sky Waives Van Lith, Adds Natasha Cloud to Jumpstart their Rebuild
sports22 days ago

Sky Waives Van Lith, Adds Natasha Cloud to Jumpstart their Rebuild

Chicago Sky waived Hailey Van Lith after one season due to a style-of-play mismatch, and signed veteran guard Natasha Cloud to a one-year, $555,000 deal to help their rebuild after a 10–34 season and trading Angel Reese. Van Lith, the 11th pick in 2025, will be free to sign with another team once waivers clear, with Seattle, Atlanta, Portland (Fire), and Toronto (Tempo) among reported potential destinations ahead of the May 7 roster deadline. Cloud brings a track record of defense and playmaking as the Sky reshuffle their roster with Diggins, Jaquez, Jackson, and Stevens joining the rotation.

CBA talks resume as WNBA players warn of strike risk
sports3 months ago

CBA talks resume as WNBA players warn of strike risk

As WNBA CBA negotiations resume, talks are at an impasse with a potential strike looming. A high-stakes in-person meeting in New York will bring WNBPA leaders like Nneka Ogwumike, Kelsey Plum, and Napheesa Collier together with league officials to push for a larger revenue share, a higher salary cap, and protections such as housing; Natasha Cloud publicly criticized the league’s approach. The union seeks roughly 30% of gross revenue and a $10.5M cap, vs. the league’s offer of around 15% of gross revenue (70% of net) and a $5M cap, while free agency remains on hold and the 2026 season approaches. The outcome could mark a turning point in negotiations.

Liberty's OT win propels them to WNBA semifinals
sports2 years ago

Liberty's OT win propels them to WNBA semifinals

The New York Liberty advanced to the semifinals of the WNBA playoffs with a thrilling overtime win against the Washington Mystics. The game was intense and emotional, with both teams fighting hard. Breanna Stewart led the way for the Liberty with 27 points, while Natasha Cloud had a standout performance for the Mystics with 33 points. The Liberty will now face either the Connecticut Sun or the Minnesota Lynx in the semifinals.

WNBA Star Offered Free Tickets to Controversial Countries After Criticizing America
sports2 years ago

WNBA Star Offered Free Tickets to Controversial Countries After Criticizing America

WNBA star Natasha Cloud, who recently criticized the United States, has been offered a free ticket to China, Russia, or North Korea by former NBA star Enes Kanter. Kanter, who changed his name to Enes Freedom after becoming an American citizen, challenged Cloud to see if she could criticize those regimes and highlighted the freedoms and privileges enjoyed in the United States.