In recent years, the Chicago Sky have enjoyed some superb backcourt talent.
Courtney Vandersloot, the ultimate facilitator. Her wife Allie Quigley, the 3-point sharpshooter whose No. 14 jersey will be retired on July 9 after she recently announced her official retirement from the WNBA. Kahleah Copper, the speedy and shifty 2021 WNBA Finals MVP. Chennedy Carter, the Hollywood spark. Each of those players provided tone-setting play.
Now with Vandersloot out for the season due to an ACL injury sustained against the Indiana Fever on June 7, the Sky desperately need someone to fill the spot. That someone could be now-former Fever guard Aari McDonald.
On Friday, Indiana released McDonald due to the forthcoming returns of Caitlin Clark and Sophie Cunningham from recent injuries.
Steph White on having to release Aari McDonald and how she’s impressed with the Fever:
“She’s gonna find a spot, I don’t think that’s a debate right now. She’s been the ultimate pro.” pic.twitter.com/wTaizCG7nS
— Chloe Peterson (@chloepeterson67) June 13, 2025
So, McDonald is in search of a new team, and here is where the Sky comes into the picture.
In addition to Vandersloot, guard Moriah Jefferson is out battling a leg injury. Thus leaving the Chicago backcourt depleted of depth….
