American · South Bend, Indiana · Born 3 August 1990American professional basketball player and eight-time WNBA All-Star known for her scoring ability and leadership as a point guard in the WNBA.
Skylar Diggins-Smith was born in South Bend, Indiana on 3 August 1990. One of the most complete and gifted guards in WNBA history, Diggins-Smith has been an All-Star throughout her career spanning multiple franchises. She came through Notre Dame as one of the program's greatest ever players before being drafted third overall by the Tulsa Shock in 2013. She played for Dallas Wings, Phoenix Mercury, Seattle Storm and returned to South Bend's shadows. Her scoring, playmaking and defensive ability have made her one of the league's most versatile guards for over a decade. Off the court, she has been a prominent advocate on social issues including player empowerment and maternal health after discussing postpartum depression publicly, helping remove stigma around mental health in sport.
Dynamic point guard play and 8-time WNBA All-Star selections
She openly discussed her experience with postpartum depression during the 2018 WNBA season, becoming an important voice for mental health awareness in sport at a time when it was rarely discussed by professional athletes.
Did You Know?How They Played
Fast-paced point guard with excellent court vision and scoring ability
Lasting Impact
One of the most consistent and talented point guards in WNBA history
Career Honours
- WNBA All-Star 8x
- Notre Dame legend
| Club | Period | Apps | Shirt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tulsa Shock | 2013–2015 | 102 | #5 |
| Phoenix Mercury | 2020–2024 | 128 | — |
| Dallas Wings | 2016–2019 | 125 | — |
American Athletes