After five seasons with the Dallas Wings, All-WNBA forward Satou Sabally confirmed her decision to leave the team and pursue a new opportunity. In an announcement made during an Unrivaled press conference, Sabally shared that she had already played her final game for the Wings and would be collaborating with the organization to find her next team. This news confirms long-standing speculation about her future, as she enters free agency for the first time in her career.
Sabally’s tenure in Dallas was highlighted by significant achievements, including earning All-WNBA First Team honors in 2023 after a career-best season, where she averaged 18.6 points per game. However, injuries, particularly shoulder issues, have hindered her consistency on the court. Despite these setbacks, her talent and potential make her a highly sought-after player in free agency.
The Wings will likely exercise the WNBA’s core designation on Sabally, ensuring they retain control over her for the 2025 season and are able to pursue a trade. Sabally has indicated that she is working amicably with the team to find a mutually beneficial trade destination. While Sabally could refuse a trade, doing so would mean sitting out the 2025 season, making a trade deal the most likely outcome.
This departure signals a major shift for the Dallas Wings, who are expected to rebuild with the top pick in the 2025 WNBA Draft. As Sabally embarks on the next phase of her career, the Wings will be focusing on retooling their roster for the future.
