Former LSU women's basketball standouts Hailey Van Lith and Angel Reese will reunite in Chicago as the Sky selected Van Lith with the 11th overall pick in the 2025 WNBA Draft. The pair previously played together during the 2023-24 season at LSU, advancing to the Elite Eight before parting ways.
Van Lith, who set a women's D-I record with 172 collegiate games played, transitioned from TCU to the professional level following her successful college career. With an average of 15.2 points per game, she brings scoring prowess to the Sky alongside Reese, who excelled in her rookie WNBA season with averages of 13.6 points and 13.1 rebounds per game. Their on-court chemistry will be a focal point as they aim to make a significant impact in the WNBA.