The New York Liberty acquired guard Leilani Mitchell from the Phoenix Mercury on Wednesday in a sign-and-trade deal.
The Liberty traded their third-round pick in the 2009 draft to Phoenix in exchange for Mitchell, who was selected by the Mercury with the 25th pick in the [...]
Selected number 25 overall, Mitchell was the second round pick for Phoenix. The Ute point guard still needs to make it through try outs but is excited for the opportunity.
“It’s a dream come true. It’s obviously playing at the highest level,” said Mitchell. “It’s not a done deal yet, we still have to try out. [...]