Overview
- Diggins confirmed Monday that she was moved from the starting lineup after starting the Sky’s first 19 games and posted angry messages on Instagram about the change.
- Coach Tyler Marsh called the shift a “coach’s decision” and said private conversations with Diggins would remain between them without explaining whether the move is temporary.
- Diggins also criticized the franchise’s resources and described a “loser mentality” on the team, saying promised practice-facility access and medical support have fallen short.
- She was listed with a right-knee issue on the league injury report and ruled out of the July 7 game while the Sky tried a new starting lineup with Courtney Vandersloot that produced a win in Phoenix.
- The benching complicates Chicago’s rotation with three veteran guards available, raises trade-deadline questions and highlights deeper tensions that could affect the Sky’s push to recover in the standings.