New York Liberty Acquire Natasha Cloud in Major Roster Boost

The defending WNBA champions traded two first-round picks to the Connecticut Sun to secure the veteran guard and former All-Defensive Team player.

The New York Liberty traded the No. 7 pick in the 2025 WNBA Draft and a 2026 first-round pick to the Connecticut Sun for Natasha Cloud.
Cloud, a 2019 WNBA champion, brings elite defense and playmaking to the Liberty after averaging 11.5 points, 6.9 assists, and 4.1 rebounds with the Phoenix Mercury last season.
This move strengthens the Liberty's roster following the departure of Courtney Vandersloot and Kayla Thornton during the offseason.
The Connecticut Sun, amid a rebuilding phase, now hold two first-round picks in the 2025 draft, signaling a focus on developing younger talent.
Liberty General Manager Jonathan Kolb praised Cloud as a long-identified fit for the team, emphasizing her defensive skills and leadership as assets for their title defense.