Skylar Diggins-Smith, the WNBA guard, recently took to Twitter to express her discontent with the Phoenix Mercury. Despite still being listed on the team’s roster, Diggins-Smith feels as though she is not being acknowledged or treated properly since she went on maternity leave to have a baby. In her tweets, she mentioned that the team did not wish her a happy birthday, and she highlighted the lack of access to essential resources like massage therapists, chiropractors, chefs, nutritionists, and strength and conditioning trainers. The player also criticized the team for allegedly putting her on the trading block. Diggins-Smith mentioned that it was fine when she took personal time off but questioned the team’s response when she had complications during pregnancy. She also addressed the negative media coverage surrounding her departure.
Diggins-Smith has not played for the Mercury since last August, despite leading the team in scores and assists at the time, according to ESPN. Her relationship with the team has been rocky, especially after an incident with her teammate Diana Taurasi and a social media comment about her coach. Although the WNBA has remained silent on the matter, Phoenix interim head coach Nikki Blue briefly commented on Diggins-Smith’s remarks, emphasizing that the team gives players on maternity leave their space. Diggins-Smith clarified on Twitter that she is okay with being distanced and no longer being seen as the villain. It’s worth noting that her contract with the team is expiring after this season.
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