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Sky Guard Skylar Diggins to Miss the Rest of the Season because of a Knee Injury
On Tuesday, the Chicago Sky announced that guard Skylar Diggins will miss the remainder of the 2026 WNBA season to focus on recovering from an aggravated right knee injury.
Diggins has been sidelined since the July 3 game against the Las Vegas Aces, having played through knee discomfort all season following surgery on her right knee last October.
In 19 starts for Chicago, the seven-time All-Star averaged 14.2 points and 4.9 assists per game, performing under a fully guaranteed two-year contract signed in April.
General Manager Jeff Pagliocca stated the team made this decision to "prioritize Skylar's long-term health after collaboration and communication with Skylar and her team, Sky doctors, and the organization's medical staff."
With the Sky finishing at 15-25 and missing the postseason, the organization now faces questions about the roster's future and Diggins' long-term role with the franchise.