Natasha Cloud Finds Her PERFECT FIT in Chicago + Shocking WNBA Cuts & Tina Charles Retires
From Locked On Women's Basketball – Daily Podcast On The WNBA by Locked On Podcast Network, Howard Megdal
May 5, 2026 · 28 min · Episode 1593
About this episode
The episode discusses Natasha Cloud's signing with the Chicago Sky, surprising roster cuts in the WNBA, and Tina Charles's retirement.
Natasha Cloud has found a new home for the 2026 WNBA season—and it might be the perfect fit. The veteran guard signs a 1-year deal with the Chicago Sky, bringing elite defense, playmaking, and leadership to a roster looking to contend. In this episode: 🏀 Why Chicago targeted Cloud and how she fits their system 📊 What her signing means for the Sky’s pace, defense, and 3-point strategy ✂️ Surprising roster cuts across the league—including Hailey Van Lith and several Dallas Wings moves 🔥 Preseason standouts and tough decisions teams had to make 👑 Tina Charles announces her retirement—reflecting on a legendary career and her impact on the WNBA From major free agency moves to shocking cuts and a historic retirement, we’re breaking down everything you need to know heading into the 2026 WNBA season.
People in this episode
Host: Howard Megdal
Topics covered
- Natasha Cloud
- WNBA cuts
- Tina Charles retirement
- Chicago Sky
- preseason analysis
- free agency
Keywords
- Natasha Cloud
- Chicago Sky
- WNBA
- Tina Charles
- roster cuts
- free agency
- basketball
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Chicago Sky, Dallas Wings
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