Natasha Cloud is an American professional basketball player who currently plays as a point guard for the Chicago Sky in the WNBA. Born on February 22, 1992, in Broomall, Pennsylvania, she's built a reputation as one of the league's premier floor generals and defensive specialists.
Early life and college
Cloud grew up in Broomall and attended St. Joseph's University in Philadelphia, graduating in 2015 with a degree in communication studies. During her college career with the Hawks, she earned Atlantic 10 All- Conference First Team honors and was named Atlantic 10 Defensive Player of the Year. She was also a finalist for the Nancy Lieberman Award, which recognizes the top point guard in NCAA Division I women's basketball.
WNBA career
The Washington Mystics selected Cloud in the second round (15th overall pick) of the 2015 WNBA Draft. She spent several seasons with Washington, becoming a key contributor and eventually helping the team win the 2019 WNBA Championship.
Cloud's individual accolades include being named to the WNBA All-Defensive First Team in 2019 and 2024, and she led the league in assists during the 2022 season. Standing at 1.78 meters (about 5 feet 10 inches), she's known for her court vision, playmaking ability, and tenacious defense.
After her tenure with the Mystics, Cloud played for the Phoenix Mercury and later joined the New York Liberty before signing with the Chicago Sky in 2026. She's also played for the Phantom in Unrivaled, a newer professional basketball league.
Off the court
Cloud has been vocal about social justice issues and using her platform to advocate for change. She's spoken publicly about her identity as a mixed-race woman raised in a white family and has discussed her journey of self-discovery throughout her career. In interviews, she's emphasized wanting young people to see that "you can look like me and still do whatever you want in life."
Her advocacy work extends beyond basketball, including efforts to combat racism and support various community initiatives. Cloud has also been open about her personal life, including her relationship with fellow WNBA player Isabelle Harrison.
At 34 years old, Cloud continues to be an active player in the league, bringing veteran leadership and experience to her team.