A seismic trade shook up the WNBA on Tuesday morning with the Chicago Sky sending Kahleah Copper to the Phoenix Mercury in exchange for four draft picks, including the No. 3 overall pick in 2024, and two players — Brianna Turner and Michaela Onyenwere.
The Sky will also receive the Mercury’s 2026 first-round pick, 2025 second-round pick and rights to a 2026 second-round pick swap with Phoenix. The Mercury also gets forward Morgan Bertsch in the deal.
“I came to Chicago with a hunger and a desire to learn, make an impact in the community, and be great on the court,” Copper posted to Instagram. “7 years later I can honestly say, Chicago, I love y’all. We went through ups and downs together; we battled together; WE WON A CHAMPIONSHIP TOGETHER; and most importantly we supported one another.
“Phoenix ahhhhhh I’m ready and #ALLIN! To my new teammates and coaches: you’re getting all of me. My hunger, my desire, my competitive spirit. Every. Damn. Possession. X-Factor, I can’t wait to be…
