The New York Liberty have acquired veteran point guard Natasha Cloud from the Connecticut Sun in exchange for two first-round picks, the team announced Sunday. The Liberty will send the No. 7 overall pick in the 2025 WNBA Draft and their 2026 first-rounder to the Sun.

Cloud, who spent last season with the Phoenix Mercury, was traded to the Sun earlier this offseason. She expressed her desire to retire in Phoenix but was caught off guard by the trade.

“It just wasn’t what I expected. I just want the best situation for myself and my family moving forward. And I just want to be in an organization that truly invests from top to bottom, facilities, team, location, all of that. I want to compete for championships.”

The Sun are entering a rebuilding phase, having lost several key players following last season. The trade gives them additional picks in the upcoming drafts, helping with their rejuvenation.

Liberty Receive

• Natasha Cloud

Cloud fills in for the departed Courtney Vandersloot. Her versatility as a playmaker, especially ranking among the top in assists last season (6.9 per game), makes her a valuable asset for the team aiming for success.

Grade: A

Sun Receive

• No. 7 overall pick in the 2025 WNBA Draft
• Liberty’s 2026 first-round pick

The Sun’s strategy appears to focus on accumulating talent through the draft while managing a competitive roster."