Storm SHOCK Mystics! All-Star Sykes Lands in Seattle!
Seattle Storm Acquire Brittney Sykes in Blockbuster Trade!
The Seattle Storm have made a major move, acquiring 2025 All-Star guard Brittney Sykes from the Washington Mystics. In exchange, the Mystics will receive veteran forward and 3x WNBA Champion Alysha Clark, guard Zia Cooke, and a 2026 first-round draft pick.
Sykes, a dynamic player known for her scoring and defensive prowess, is having a stellar season, averaging 15.4 points, 4.3 assists, and 1.2 steals per game. Her addition is expected to significantly boost the Storm's playoff aspirations.
Sykes: A Defensive Force and Offensive Threat
Sykes's impact extends beyond scoring. She's a four-time WNBA All-Defensive Team selection, demonstrating her commitment to shutting down opponents. Her ability to contribute on both ends of the court makes her a valuable asset for the Storm.
- Four-time WNBA All-Defensive Team selection (First Team: 2021, 2023; Second Team: 2020, 2022)
- WNBA leader in steals in 2021 and 2022
- WNBA All-Rookie Team selection in 2017
Alysha Clark Returns to Washington
Alysha Clark, a beloved figure in Seattle, returns to the Mystics after two stints with the Storm (2012-2020, 2025). Clark played 300 games for Seattle, ranking fifth in franchise history. She was crucial in the Storm's 2018 and 2020 WNBA championships. This season, Clark is averaging 3.5 points and 2.4 rebounds.
Zia Cooke, who has averaged just over 10 minutes of play per game in 2025 and has been shooting a career-high 38.2% from the three, also heads to Washington. Cooke was the No. 10 overall pick in the 2023 draft.
Storm's Playoff Push
With the addition of Brittney Sykes, the Seattle Storm are poised to make a serious run in the WNBA playoffs. The trade signals the team's commitment to contending for a championship.