Another major trade has shaken up the 2025 WNBA Draft order. Late Sunday, the Chicago Sky sent the No. 3 pick to the Washington Mystics, along with a 2027 first-round swap and a 2027 second-round pick, in exchange for veteran guard Ariel Atkins .

When the Chicago Sky drew the third pick in the WNBA draft lottery, it appeared a Notre Dame player was heading their way. Many mock drafts initially had Olivia Miles being drafted third and Sonia Citron fourth. Both players since have played well enough to move up a spot on Tankathon.

At first glance the Chicago Sky trading away the No. 3 pick in the upcoming 2025 Draft as part of a win now move could seem desperate. Which is likely going to