ABOUT THIS EPISODE
🚨 The Chicago Sky have made a shocking roster move, waiving Hailey Van Lith, the No. 11 overall pick in the 2025 WNBA Draft, as final roster decisions begin to take shape. The Sky also waived Latasha Lattimore, Tonie Morgan, Sidney Cooks, Jordan Hobbs, and Megan Nestor, making this one of the most dramatic roster cutdowns of the offseason.On this episode of Chicago Sky Central, Haize & Stevo break down what Van Lith being waived means for Chicago’s roster, whether this was the right move, and how it fits into the Sky’s larger roster overhaul.We also discuss Chicago being ranked No. 9 in ESPN’s preseason power rankings, with ESPN pointing to the Sky’s fresh start as a strength but chemistry as the biggest concern after a massive offseason of changes.Plus, we get into why DiJonai Carrington’s return is critical to the Sky’s defensive identity. Carrington is still working back from foot surgery, but her All-Defense background and tone-setting mentality could be exactly what Chicago needs after struggling defensively last season.And finally, the Sky picked up fourth-year options for Kamilla Cardoso, Rickea Jackson, and Jacy Sheldon, locking in the young core that now defines the future of the franchise.Haize & Stevo break down:🚨 Hailey Van Lith waived🏀 Final Sky roster cuts📊 ESPN ranking Chicago #9🛡️ Why DiJonai Carrington is the defensive key🔥 Cardoso, Rickea & Jacy officially locked in👀 Whether this roster is playoff-ready or still incompleteIs Chicago making the tough moves needed to compete… or did the Sky just cut a player too soon?Tap in with Chicago Sky Central, your #1 spot for everything Chicago Sky related.
