Hailey Van Lith - WNBA News, Rumors, & Updates

Adds 12 points off bench Van Lith totaled 12 points (6-9 FG, 0-2 3Pt), nine rebounds, eight assists and one steal in 28 minutes during Thursday's 95-81 victory over the Tempo.

Impact Van Lith took full advantage of her opportunities as a reserve in the season finale, and she nearly walked away with a triple-double. She struggled to remain part of the rotation for the Sun while playing on a developmental contract but managed to end the year on a high note.

SEPTEMBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Off injury report Van Lith (coach's decision) isn't listed on the injury report for Thursday's game against the Tempo.

Impact Van Lith is signed to a developmental contract and could still be ruled out before tipoff. Through 21 regular-season appearances (three starts) in 2026, she has averaged 5.1 points, 1.9 assists, 1.3 rebounds and 0.7 steals in 15.3 minutes per showing.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Tuesday Van Lith (coach's decision) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Mystics.

Impact Van Lith will be held out of Connecticut's penultimate game of the season. Her final chance to suit up again in 2026 will come against the Tempo on Thursday.

SEPTEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Back with Sun Van Lith signed a developmental contract Tuesday with the Sun.

Impact Van Lith is back with Connecticut on her second developmental deal. Her availability could be unpredictable for the team's final four games.

SEPTEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Released by Connecticut The Sun released Van Lith on Wednesday.

Impact After previously occupying a developmental spot, Van Lith signed a seven-day contract with the Sun on Aug. 26. She can still sign two more seven-day deals with the club. Over 19 regular-season appearances (three starts) before being let go Wednesday, she averaged 5.5 points, 1.8 assists, 1.3 rebounds and 0.8 steals across 15.2 minutes per contest.

SEPTEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Logs 17 minutes in rout Van Lith ended with four points (1-3 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two rebounds, two assists and one steal in 17 minutes during Sunday's 97-71 loss to the Wings.

Impact Van Lith continues to absorb meaningful playing time as the Sun play out a losing season. It remains to be seen, however, if Connecticut will give her a new deal, as Van Lith's seven-day contract is soon set to expire.

AUGUST 31 • ROTOWIRE

Sees 21 minutes in loss Van Lith racked up three points (1-9 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 0-1 FT), five rebounds, two assists and one block over 21 minutes during Wednesday's 89-64 loss to the Valkyries.

Impact Van Lith, who signed a seven-day deal prior to the game, picked up some decent run in the blowout loss. She couldn't find her rhythm, however, and she has a lot of work to do to get onto the fantasy radar.

AUGUST 27 • ROTOWIRE

Signs 7-day contract Van Lith signed a seven-day contract with the Sun on Wednesday.

Impact Van Lith was previously on a developmental contract. She has made a total of 16 appearances during the 2026 season with averages of 5.3 points, 1.9 assists and 1.0 rebounds.

AUGUST 26 • ROTOWIRE

Not listed on injury report Van Lith (coach's decision) isn't listed on the injury report for Saturday's game against the Sparks.

Impact Van Lith may still be ruled out before tipoff as Connecticut manages her eligibility under a developmental deal. She's appeared in two games this month, during which she has averaged 4.0 points, 1.5 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 1.5 steals across 14.0 minutes per showing.

AUGUST 21 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Thursday Van Lith (coach's decision) has been ruled out for Thursday's game in Las Vegas.

Impact This will be Van Lith's third consecutive game on the inactive list. Her next chance to play will come Saturday in Los Angeles.

AUGUST 21 • ROTOWIRE

Not listed on injury report Van Lith (coach's decision) is not listed on the injury report for Thursday's game against Las Vegas.

Impact Van Lith is signed to a developmental contract, so despite her omission from the injury report, she still may not suit up Thursday to preserve her eligibility moving forward. If that's the case, her next opportunity to play will come Saturday versus the Sparks.

AUGUST 20 • ROTOWIRE

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AUGUST 19 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Out Tuesday Van Lith (coach's decision) is out for Tuesday's game against the Sparks.

Impact Van Lith is under a developmental contract with the Sun and has a limited number of potential appearances. Her next chance to play comes Thursday in Las Vegas.

AUGUST 18 • ROTOWIRE

Off injury report Van Lith (coach's decision) is available for Tuesday's game against the Sparks.

Impact Developmental players' statuses are typically determined on game days. Therefore, Van Lith can still be ruled out Tuesday.

AUGUST 17 • ROTOWIRE

Won't go Saturday Van Lith (coach's decision) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Liberty.

Impact Van Lith will sit out Saturday's contest in an effort to preserve her eligibility while signed to a developmental pact. Her next opportunity to play will come Tuesday against the Sparks.

AUGUST 15 • ROTOWIRE

Active again Thursday Van Lith is active for Thursday's game against the Dream, Gabby Alfveby of The IX Sports reports.

Impact This will mark a second consecutive appearance for Van Lith, who is currently signed to a developmental contract with the Sun. She was involved in the rotation during Friday's matchup against Phoenix, finishing with six points, two rebounds, one assist and two steals in 14 minutes off the bench.

AUGUST 13 • ROTOWIRE

Off injury report Van Lith (coach's decision) is available for Friday's game against Phoenix.

Impact Van Lith can still be ruled out due to her developmental status. Her presence or absence should have a negligible impact on the rotation.

AUGUST 6 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Sunday Van Lith (coach's decision) is out for Sunday's game against the Wings.

Impact Van Lith will hit the inactive list Sunday as the Sun manage her eligibility under a developmental pact. Her next opportunity to play will come in Friday's game against Phoenix.

AUGUST 2 • ROTOWIRE

Not on injury report Van Lith (coach's decision) isn't on the injury report for Thursday's game against the Sky.

Impact Van Lith has appeared in just one of the Sun's last five games, but her omission from the injury report suggests that she could suit up against her former team Thursday. Across 12 appearances (three starts) this year, she's averaged 6.4 points and 1.9 assists in 14.8 minutes per game.

JULY 30 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Tuesday Van Lith (coach's decision) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Mystics.

Impact Van Lith will be held out of Tuesday's contest in an effort to manage her eligibility while signed to a developmental pact. Her next opportunity to play will come in Chicago on Thursday.

JULY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Not listed on injury report Van Lith (coach's decision) isn't listed on the injury report for Tuesday's game against the Mystics.

Impact Van Lith could still be ruled out ahead of tipoff to preserve her eligibility under a developmental contract. The second-year guard has appeared in two games this month, during which she has averaged 1.5 assists in 6.0 minutes per contest.

JULY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Wednesday Van Lith (coach's decision) is out for Wednesday's game in Indiana.

Impact Van Lith will return to the inactive list after logging three minutes off the bench in Sunday's loss to the Mercury. Her next chance to play will come Tuesday against the Mystics.

JULY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Off injury report Van Lith (coach's decision) isn't listed on the injury report for Sunday's game against the Mercury.

Impact Van Lith is signed to a developmental pact and could still be ruled out before tipoff to preserve her eligibility. She's appeared in just one game since June 8, logging two assists and one steal in nine minutes during the July 10 loss to Golden State.

JULY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Friday Van Lith (coach's decision) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Mercury.

Impact Van Lith will hit the inactive list Friday as the Sun manage her eligibility under a developmental pact. Her next opportunity to play will come in Sunday's rematch against Phoenix.

JULY 18 • ROTOWIRE

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