Sky’s draft stock depleted after four-team trade to acquire Marina Mabrey

Sky acquired Marina Mabrey Saturday afternoon in a four-team trade. (Kamil Krzaczynski, AP Photos)

Sky coach/GM James Wade has drawn criticism for his draft picks during his tenure with the franchise.

Between Katie Lou Samuelson and Shyla Heal, Wade’s draft choices have been questionable to say the least. The only player Wade drafted who remains on his roster is Ruthy Hebard, whom he selected with the eighth overall pick in 2020. Still, Wade’s draft misses over the last four years don’t explain trading three first-round picks in a four-team trade to acquire Wings guard Marina Mabrey and the Mercury’s second-round pick in 2024.