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Chicago Sky's Hailey Van Lith decision inspires more questions than answers The Sky waived Hailey Van Lith Monday after drafting her as the 11th overall pick in the 2025 WNBA Draft.

MAY 4 • HIGHPOSTHOOPS.COM

Hailey Van Lith Becomes Roster Casualty Amid Sky's Natasha Cloud Addition The Chicago Sky swapped high-profile guards on their roster on May 4.

MAY 4 • SI.COM

WNBA roster cuts 2026: Tracking the most notable releases by team, from Hailey Van Lith to Marta Suarez | Sporting News Here are the latest WNBA roster cuts ahead of the 2026 season.

MAY 4 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Hailey Van Lith, former WNBA first round pick, waived by Chicago Sky Former NCAA star Hailey Van Lith was waived Monday by the Chicago Sky, who picked her 11th overall in last year's WNBA Draft.

MAY 4 • USATODAY.COM

Chicago Sky waive 2025 first-round pick Hailey Van Lith The Chicago Sky waived guard Hailey Van Lith, they announced Monday. Van Lith joined the Sky as the No. 11 overall pick in the 2025 WNBA Dra...

MAY 4 • UPI.COM

Why Chicago Sky are parting ways with Hailey Van Lith despite 1st-round pick status | Sporting News This is a frustrating moment for the Sky and HVL.

MAY 4 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Waived by Chicago Van Lith was waived by the Sky on Monday.

Impact Following a productive collegiate career between Louisville, LSU and TCU, Van Lith spent her rookie season with the Sky in 2025, averaging 3.5 points, 1.6 assists and 1.1 rebounds in 12.4 minutes per game. She was productive during the preseason, averaging 12.5 points and 4.5 assists in 20.5 minutes per game, but she'll be left off Chicago's Opening Night roster ahead of the 2026 campaign. If the 24-year-old clears waivers, it wouldn't be surprising to see the Sky express interest in retaining her via a developmental spot.

MAY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Scores 20 in preseason opener Van Lith recorded 20 points (8-8 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 3-4 FT), three assists, a rebound and a steal in 17 minutes during Saturday's 108-104 preseason loss to the Mercury.

Impact The Sky had a relatively even distribution of minutes among their players during Saturday's preseason opener, but Van Lith was one of five players who played at least 17 minutes, even though she came off the bench. The 24-year-old was perfect from the field while finishing third on the team in assists, and she'll likely have a chance to carve out more playing time in 2026 if she can maintain efficient play. She made 29 appearances during her rookie year in 2025, averaging 3.5 points, 1.6 assists and 1.1 rebounds in 12.4 minutes per game.

APRIL 26 • ROTOWIRE

Hailey Van Lith provides Sky with a lineup dilemma they didn't expect After an underwhelming rookie campaign, Hailey Van Lith has forced the Chicago Sky and Tyler Marsh into a decision they would not have seen...

APRIL 26 • HIGHPOSTHOOPS.COM

Off injury report for Saturday Van Lith (ankle) isn't listed on the injury report for Saturday's preseason game against Phoenix, per WNBA reporter Kareem Copeland.

Impact Van Lith missed Chicago's final seven games in 2025 due to an ankle injury, though she's set to return to game action for the team's preseason opener. Over 29 regular-season appearances last year, the 24-year-old guard averaged 3.5 points, 1.6 assists and 1.1 rebounds in 12.4 minutes per showing.

APRIL 24 • ROTOWIRE

Why Toronto Tempo should watch Chicago Sky's Hailey Van Lith decision before WNBA expansion draft | Sporting News There's a lot still to be figured out here.

APRIL 1 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Unrivaled coaches' decision highlights uncomfortable Hailey Van Lith possibility Fans didn’t get to see much of Hailey Van Lith during the Unrivaled regular season.

MARCH 2 • HIGHPOSTHOOPS.COM

Barely-there Hailey Van Lith swimwear pic: SI Swim's 'Best' of '25 | Sporting News An eye-popping pic of WNBA star Hailey Van Lith in risqué skimpy swimwear lands on the ‘Sports Illustrated’ swimwear issue’s list of ‘Best’...

DECEMBER 28, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Hailey Van Lith's Chicago Sky escape route is in sight with Expansion Draft The Expansion Draft is fast approaching, and a shocking decision by the Chicago Sky could allow Hailey Van Lith to end her nightmare.

DECEMBER 16, 2025 • HIGHPOSTHOOPS.COM

Sky's Hailey Van Lith on precipice of being cut loose ahead of pivotal WNBA offseason | Sporting News This would be a twist.

DECEMBER 11, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Rookie's offseason opportunity already promises to be a blessing for the Sky Chicago Sky rookie Hailey Van Lith has an interesting opportunity to work on her game this offseason.

NOVEMBER 10, 2025 • HIGHPOSTHOOPS.COM

Sky's Rachel Banham joins Unrivaled 3-on-3 league The offseason league expanded its player pool after a successful first season. Banham likely will join Sky teammates Angel Reese and Hailey...

SEPTEMBER 29, 2025 • SUNTIMES.COM

To remain out Thursday Van Lith (ankle) is out Thursday's game against the Liberty, Christian Conway of Winsidr reports.

Impact An ankle injury will keep Van Lith out for the final game of the season for the Sky. With Van Lith out Thursday, more playing time will remain available to Sevgi Uzun and Kia Nurse should in the Chicago backcourt against New York.

SEPTEMBER 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out for Tuesday Van Lith (ankle) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Aces, Karli Bell of Marquee Sports Network reports.

Impact Van Lith will miss her sixth consecutive game due to an ankle injury. Her last chance to suit up in the 2025 campaign will come in Thursday's regular-season finale against the Liberty.

SEPTEMBER 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Sunday Van Lith (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Aces, Karli Bell of Marquee Sports Network reports.

Impact Van Lith will miss her fifth consecutive matchup due to an ankle injury. The rookie's next opportunity to see the floor will come in Tuesday's rematch against Las Vegas.

SEPTEMBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Absence streak to continue Van Lith (ankle) is out for Friday's game against the Fever, Chicago State of Mind Sports reports.

Impact An ankle injury will result in a fourth consecutive absence for Van Lith, who carries no timetable for a return. Her next chance to suit up comes Sunday in Las Vegas. Sevgi Uzun and Kia Nurse should continue to see meaningful minutes in the Chicago backcourt until Van Lith is cleared to play.

SEPTEMBER 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Another absence coming Van Lith (ankle) is out for Wednesday's game against the Sun, Karli Bell of Marquee Sports Network reports.

Impact Van Lith will miss a third consecutive game Wednesday due to an ankle injury. Her next chance to see the court arrives Friday in Indiana. With Van Lith sidelined against Connecticut, Kia Nurse and Sevgi Uzun should see an uptick in playing time off the bench.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play vs. Seattle Van Lith (ankle) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Storm, Karli Bell of Marquee Sports Network reports.

Impact Van Lith will miss a second straight game due to an ankle issue. The rookie guard has missed three of the last five games, as she's struggled to stay healthy in the final stretch of the 2025 campaign. She has played a total of eight minutes over the last two games she's played, meaning she hasn't had much of an impact for her team as of late.

AUGUST 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sitting with ankle injury Van Lith is out for Thursday's game against the Mercury due to an ankle injury.

Impact Van Lith wasn't listed on the team's injury report earlier in the week, but she's been ruled out about 30 minutes before tipoff. She's played only four minutes in each of her last two appearances, so her absence shouldn't have much of an impact for the Sky.

AUGUST 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sitting with ankle injury Van Lith is out for Thursday's game against the Mercury due to an ankle injury.

AUGUST 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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