The Chicago Sky are hoping to compete for a spot in the 2025 WNBA playoffs after a disappointing finish last season. While No. 7 overall pick Angel Reese had a strong rookie season, averaging 13.6 points and 13.1 rebounds, Chicago finished last in the Eastern Conference with a 13-27 record.

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

Van Lith joined the rest of the 16 WNBA draft invitees for a group photo at the top of the Empire State Building during some pre-draft festivities in NYC, and she had an extremely sour expression on her face. Some pointed out that it looked like she was pouting or throwing a tantrum.