MORIAH JEFFERSON NEWS

McBride scores 29 points, Shepard has triple-double as Lynx beat Fever 95-90

Kayla McBride scored 29 points, Jessica Shepard got the second triple-double in franchise history, and the Minnesota Lynx beat the Indiana Fever 95-90

AUGUST 23 • Associated Press

Waived by Sky on Monday The Sky announced Monday that Jefferson (leg) has been waived from the team.

Impact Jefferson made five appearances (one start) for Chicago before being let go, and she's averaged just 7.0 minutes per game this season. The veteran guard will now search for a home elsewhere as backcourt depth, although a leg injury cost her Sunday's game against the Fever and could impact how much attention she draws from other clubs.

JULY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Sunday Jefferson (leg) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Fever, Meghan L. Hall of USA Today reports.

Impact After playing only one minute during Thursday's game against the Storm, Jefferson, who is dealing with a leg injury, will be sidelined for the 20th time during the 2025 campaign. The next opportunity for her to suit up will be Tuesday against the Mystics.

JULY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Out of starting five Jefferson is not in the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Lynx.

Impact Jefferson made her first start of the season July 16 against the Dream but will return to the bench Tuesday. She's appeared in only four games this year, with a lingering leg injury limiting her availability.

JULY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Atlanta starters combine for 58 points in 86-49 victory over the Sky

Brittney Griner scored 15 points, Brionna Jones and Allisha Gray each added 14 points, and the Atlanta Dream cruised past the Chicago Sky 86-49

JULY 16 • Associated Press

Starting against Dream Jefferson will start against the Dream on Wednesday.

Impact Angel Reese (leg) and Ariel Atkins (leg) are both out Wednesday, presumably for maintenance ahead of the All-Star break. Jefferson getting the starting nod is interesting, as she's played a total of 13 minutes across three appearances since returning from injury.

JULY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Sees just four minutes Jefferson notched zero points (0-2 FG, 0-1 3Pt) and one assist in four minutes during Tuesday's 81-79 loss to Washington.

Impact Jefferson made her third appearance of the season Tuesday after a lengthy absence due to a leg injury. She's been a minimal part of the rotation so far, and isn't quite on the fantasy radar at the moment.

JULY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Limited to seven minutes Jefferson registered three assists in seven minutes during Sunday's 92-85 victory over the Sparks.

Impact Making just her second appearance of the season after recovering from a leg injury, Jefferson was able to showcase her playmaking ability. She doesn't have a great track record of fantasy success, and the backcourt is currently crowded, meaning Jefferson is facing an uphill battle for consistent minutes.

JUNE 30 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared to play Sunday Jefferson (leg) is available for Sunday's game against the Dream, Karli Bell of Marquee Sports Network reports.

Impact Jefferson has been cleared to make her regular-season debut after missing the Sky's first 12 games due to a leg injury. She was traded by the Sun to the Sky in July 2024, and across 14 regular-season games for Chicago, she averaged 0.9 points, 0.5 rebounds and 1.7 assists over 8.9 minutes per game.

JUNE 22 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Saturday Jefferson (leg) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Mercury, Sara Jane Gamelli of BallisLife.com reports.

Impact Jefferson has yet to play a game this season for Chicago as she continues to deal with a leg injury. The next opportunity for her to make her season debut will be Sunday against Atlanta.

JUNE 21 • ROTOWIRE

Gets questionable tag for Saturday Jefferson (leg) is questionable for Saturday's game against the Mercury, Karli Bell of Marquee Sports Network reports.

Impact The questionable designation is an upgrade for Jefferson, who appears to be on the precipice of making her season debut. If she's unable to return from her leg injury, the Sky will likely turn to Rachel Banham and Hailey Van Lith to continue handling additional minutes. It's possible Jefferson will face a minutes restriction once she's cleared to suit up.

JUNE 20 • ROTOWIRE

Phoenix visits Chicago following Akoa Makani's 21-point game

Phoenix takes on the Chicago Sky after Monique Akoa Makani scored 21 points in the Mercury's 89-81 victory against the New York Liberty

JUNE 20 • Associated Press

Ruled out for Tuesday Jefferson (leg) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Mystics, Karli Bell of Marquee Sports Network reports.

Impact Jefferson has yet to suit up this season due to a leg injury, though she resumed on-court activities Friday. Her next chance to play will come Saturday against the Mercury.

JUNE 17 • ROTOWIRE

Washington plays Chicago on 4-game road slide

Washington heads into a matchup against Chicago as losers of four road games in a row

JUNE 16 • Associated Press

Chicago faces Connecticut on 3-game losing streak

Chicago heads into the matchup against Connecticut as losers of three in a row

JUNE 14 • Associated Press

Resuming on-court activities Jefferson (leg) has resumed on-court work but didn't travel with the team and is considered week-to-week, Karli Bell of Marquee Sports Network reports.

Impact Jefferson has yet to make her season debut due to a nagging lower leg injury. Resuming on-court activities is a positive step, but the 30-year-old's return doesn't appear imminent, and there's no guarantee she'll have a rotation spot. The veteran guard was acquired by Chicago from Connecticut midway through the 2024 season and went on to average 0.9 points and 1.7 assists in 8.9 minutes per game over 14 appearances with the Sky.

JUNE 13 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play vs. Atlanta Jefferson (leg) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Dream, Chris Kwiecinski of Fox 32 News reports.

Impact Jefferson has yet to make her season debut during the 2025 campaign as she continues to deal with a lower leg injury. The next opportunity for the veteran guard to get back on the floor will be Sunday against the Sun.

JUNE 12 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Tuesday Jefferson (leg) will not play Tuesday against the Liberty, Karli Bell of Marquee Sports Network reports.

Impact Jefferson has yet to make her season debut as she continues to deal with a leg injury. Her next chance to play comes Friday against Atlanta.

JUNE 9 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play vs. Indiana Jefferson (leg) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Fever, Chloe Peterson of the Indianapolis Star reports.

Impact Jefferson has yet to make her season debut as she continues to deal with a leg injury. The Sky will likely continue to lean heavily on Courtney Vandersloot, Ariel Atkins and Kia Nurse in the backcourt, with veteran Rachel Banham and rookie Hailey Van Lith also seeing limited minutes off the bench.

JUNE 6 • ROTOWIRE

Available Thursday Jefferson (leg) is available for Thursday's game against the Wings, Grant Afseth of DallasHoopsJournal.com reports.

Impact Jefferson missed the club's first three games due to the leg injury. The veteran guard was cleared to play in Tuesday's loss to Phoenix, though she didn't see the floor. Jefferson isn't guaranteed to crack the rotation against Dallas.

MAY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Thursday Jefferson (leg) has been listed as questionable for Thursday's game against the Wings, Matt Cohen of Winsidr.com reports.

Impact Jefferson has yet to play a game this season for the Sky due to a leg injury. If she's unable to play Thursday, her next chance to make her season debut will be Saturday against Dallas.

MAY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared to debut Tuesday Jefferson (leg) is available for Tuesday's game against Phoenix, Matt Cohen of Winsidr.com reports.

Impact Jefferson missed the Sky's first three games of the regular season due to a leg injury, but she has been given the green light to play Tuesday. She played in 14 regular-season games for Chicago in 2024 after being traded by Connecticut and averaged 0.9 points and 1.7 assists over 8.9 minutes for the Sky.

MAY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy to face Phoenix Jefferson (leg) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Mercury, Matt Cohen of Winsidr.com reports.

Impact Jefferson has yet to debut this season due to a leg injury, though she has been upgraded to questionable for Tuesday. However, the 31-year-old guard isn't guaranteed significant playing time even if she's cleared to suit up.

MAY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Sunday Jefferson (leg) is out for Sunday's game against the Sparks, Matt Cohen of Winsidr.com reports.

Impact Jefferson has yet to make her season debut and won't be able to step on the hardwood Sunday. Her next chance to play will come against the Mercury on Tuesday.

MAY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Not playing Thursday Jefferson (leg) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Liberty, Matt Cohen of Winsidr.com reports.

Impact Jefferson will end up missing the first two games of the regular season due to a lingering leg injury. Her next chance to see the floor is Sunday against the Sparks.

MAY 21 • ROTOWIRE