It’s another battle between motherhood and the WNBA.
Mercury star Skylar Diggins-Smith took to social media on Thursday to share that she hasn’t been able to use any of the Mercury’s facilities and resources while out on maternity leave.
The conversation began after fans noticed Phoenix failed to acknowledge the guard when she turned 33 years old on Wednesday.
Her response:
They’re not gonna acknowledge me this year and it’s ok guys. We’re not affiliated unless it’s the checks….per management. I can’t even use the practice facility or any resources. But I still love the X-Factor!! https://t.co/lcDb05fVVg
— Skylar Diggins-Smith (@SkyDigg4) August 3, 2023
Diggins-Smith missed the final stretch of the 2022 season for personal reasons, later announcing that she and her husband were expecting their second child.
She gave birth earlier this year, starting the WNBA season on maternity leave. She hasn’t shared additional details about the birth, though it seems she has been working on her own to get back into playing shape.
Sadly, no…or any massage therapists, chiropractor, chefs, strength and conditioning, nutritionist accessibility, etc… they EVERY other player has access to.
However I’m still down 48lbs on my own and I’m feeling great! 💪🏽
