Mystics Trade Aaliyah Edwards To Sun In Multi-Asset WNBA Deal

The 2025 WNBA trade deadline saw significant moves involving Aaliyah Edwards, a promising second-year forward initially with the Washington Mystics. Edwards was traded to the Connecticut Sun in exchange for guard Jacy Sheldon, with the deal also including draft pick swap rights between the Mystics and Sun, involving future first-round selections. Edwards' diminished role this season, partly due to a back injury and the rise of rookie Kiki Iriafen, led to trade speculation as the Mystics continue rebuilding around younger talent like Iriafen, Sonia Citron, and Shakira Austin. While Edwards showed strong potential during her rookie season, her minutes and starts have sharply declined, signaling a shift in the Mystics' plans. Analysts suggested that Edwards could have been a fit for the Dallas Wings, reuniting her with former UConn teammate Paige Bueckers, but the finalized trade to the Sun reflects Washington's aim to strengthen its backcourt with Sheldon. The trades highlight the Mystics' strategy to accumulate draft assets and reshape their roster amid a challenging season, while Edwards seeks a fresh start with a team still aiming for competitiveness.