Vandersloot is a legendary figure in the Sky organization, returning to Chicago this offseason after spending the last two years with the New York Liberty. She spent the first 12 seasons of her career with the Sky, winning the WNBA Finals in 2021, and is one of the most decorated players in league history.

Van Lith likely will play a supporting role in Chicago as she links up with former LSU teammate Angel Reese again.

In predraft conversations, Hailey Van Lith felt that Chicago Sky coach Tyler Marsh and GM Jeff Pagliocca saw through to her core identity.