In one of the most talked-about WNBA trades of the season, the Connecticut Sun have officially acquired forward Aaliyah Edwards from the Washington Mystics. In exchange, the Sun sent guard Jacy Sheldon and the rights to swap 2026 first-round draft picks.
Here are the trading details,
To Connecticut Sun:
▪️ Aaliyah Edwards (Forward, formerly with Washington Mystics)
To Washington Mystics:
▪️ Jacy Sheldon (Guard)
▪️ Rights to swap 2026 first-round draft picks
Who is Aaliyah Edwards?
A familiar name for fans of UConn women’s basketball, Aaliyah Edwards returns to Connecticut where she made her collegiate mark. Known for her relentless energy, interior strength, and rebounding ability, Edwards brings much-needed depth and power to the Sun’s frontcourt.
She was drafted 6th overall by the Mystics in 2024 and quickly made a name for herself with strong performances in the paint. Her return to Connecticut reunites her with former UConn teammates and energizes a fanbase that has followed her journey from college to the pros.
Who is Jacy Sheldon?
Jacy Sheldon, a sharpshooting guard out of Ohio State, now heads to Washington. Known for her 3-point accuracy and off-ball movement, she brings scoring punch and high basketball IQ to the Mystics’ backcourt. Sheldon was the 8th overall pick in the same 2024 draft class as Edwards and has been praised for her floor spacing and defensive intensity.
So far, For the Sun, this move reinforces their identity: tough, defensive-minded basketball with a UConn heartbeat. Edwards slots into a frontcourt that already features stars like Olivia Nelson-Ododa and Tina Charles—also UConn alumnae—making Connecticut a team to watch as the playoffs approach.
For the Mystics, this deal adds immediate shooting help and long-term draft flexibility. The 2026 pick swap could become crucial in shaping their rebuild if Connecticut ends up with a higher pick.
This trade looks like a win-win for both franchises:
The Sun double down on frontcourt dominance with a fan-favorite forward.
The Mystics address shooting needs and secure a potential draft advantage.
Stay tuned as both teams enter the next phase of the season with new energy—and new faces.
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