The Chicago Sky have made a surprising roster decision by officially waiving one of their top players after a new contract offer was declined. This move is part of a broader effort to reshape the team’s roster.
The player, known for their leadership and outstanding performance in the WNBA, was offered a new contract by the Sky. However, after failing to reach an agreement, the team opted to release them.
This decision has significant implications for both the player and the team. For the Sky, it marks a major roster shift as they look to rebuild and potentially add new talent to strengthen their lineup. For the player, this release opens up free agency opportunities, with multiple teams likely to express interest due to their proven track record and skills.
The Chicago Sky’s decision to part ways with this star reflects their strategy to restructure the team. The management is expected to provide more details on their future plans and how they will address the gap left by the player’s departure. Fans and analysts will be closely watching the player’s next move as they continue their impactful WNBA career with a new team.
In related news, the Chicago Sky have officially waived guard Kysre Gondrezick, a former top-five WNBA Draft pick and standout from West Virginia University. The team announced this on Friday.
Gondrezick, who returned to the WNBA this season after a break, appeared in five games for the Sky, averaging 1.0 points, 0.4 rebounds, and 0.8 steals per game in just over three minutes of playtime per game.
Originally drafted as the No. 4 overall pick by the Indiana Fever in 2021, Gondrezick played 19 games with Indiana that season. She joined the Chicago Sky on a training camp contract in February.
In her senior year at West Virginia, Gondrezick averaged 19.5 points per game, making her the highest-drafted player in the program’s history.
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