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Mystics Trade Aaliyah Edwards to Sun for Jacy Sheldon and 2026 Pick Swap

Connecticut secures former UConn standout Aaliyah Edwards as part of its long-term rebuild in exchange for Jacy Sheldon alongside a draft-pick swap option

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WASHINGTON, DC – JULY 22: Aaliyah Edwards #24 of the Washington Mystics in action against Dearica Hamby #5 of the Los Angeles Sparks during the game at Carefirst Arena on July 22, 2025 in Washington, DC.
Jul 15, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Washington Mystics forward Aaliyah Edwards (24) drives to the basket during the second half against the Los Angeles Sparks at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images/File Photo
Aug 5, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Connecticut Sun guard Jacy Sheldon (4) drives against the Phoenix Mercury in the second half at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Rick Scuteri-Imagn Images

Overview

  • The trade was completed just before the WNBA’s 3 p.m. ET deadline on August 7, sending forward Aaliyah Edwards to the Connecticut Sun in exchange for guard Jacy Sheldon and the right to swap 2026 first-round picks.
  • Edwards, the sixth overall pick in the 2024 draft, saw her playing time drop to 13.3 minutes per game this season and is expected to take a leading role in Connecticut’s frontcourt.
  • Sheldon, selected fifth overall in 2024, has averaged 7.5 points, 2.0 assists and 41.2 percent from three-point range this season and adds perimeter shooting depth to Washington’s backcourt.
  • The pick swap option involves Washington’s 2026 first-rounder originally acquired from Minnesota and Connecticut’s pick obtained from New York, giving the Mystics flexibility based on draft-order outcomes.
  • Sun general manager Morgan Tuck called Edwards a “transformational talent” whose leadership aligns with the franchise’s championship culture vision, while Mystics GM Jamila Wideman praised Sheldon’s sharpshooting and court vision.