The Chicago Sky just upgraded its roster with the offseason additions, and on the opening day, they delivered a strong performance against the expansion team, the Portland Fire. The team created franchise history with the win despite playing without three veteran stars like Azura Stevens, DiJonai Carrington and Courtney Vandersloot.
In the latest injury update ahead of the second game of the season, there weren’t many changes in the lineup, but Carrington threw shade at the troll for spreading fake news about her.
DiJonai Carrington Slams Buner Accounts For Fake News
The versatile star suffered an injury in the playoffs in the 2025 season. She not only missed the entire postseason but also couldn’t play in Unrivaled season 2 due to injury. Many fans questioned her possible return to action after a long ‘injury break’. But the Sky franchise handed her the opportunity to prove herself once again on the floor.
Yet she was on the bench for the season opener and is working hard to take the court. The player threw shades at the troll, claiming that she won’t be playing for the Sky team. In the post, Carrington wrote, “Get off ur burners & Stop speaking on shi* you know nun about and makin up fan fiction before I air errbody out!”
Get off ur burners & Stop speaking on shi* you know nun about and makin up fan fiction before I air errbody out!
— dιjonaι carrιngтon♛ (@DijonaiVictoria) May 11, 2026
Her absence in the Unrivaled season 2 hinted at a possible longer break for the forward, and there was no positive news on her fitness later on. Even when the front office signed Carrington, many Sky fans slammed the decision, specifically after the Angel Reese trade.
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The player won the Most Improved Player accolade in the 2024 season, proving her capabilities on the floor, and now the former Baylor star will look to provide spark for the playoff aspirant Sky team, too.
DiJonai Carrington To Provide Double-Threat For Chicago Sky
Following a major roster overhaul, the Chicago Sky added the 5-foot-11 star, providing depth and quality on the bench. The 28-year-old is famous for her fierce competitive spirit and will bring in elite perimeter defense and consistent scoring to Chicago.
In 2025, she averaged 9.8 points and 4.0 rebounds across stints with Dallas and Minnesota. Her ability to shut down opponents while remaining a consistent offensive contributor makes her a versatile, high-intensity two-way player for the Sky.
DIJONAI CARRINGTON WINS MIP 🔥
— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) September 25, 2024
2023: 8.3 PTS | 2.9 REB | .6 STL
2024: 12.7 PTS | 5 REB | 1.6 STL 👏 pic.twitter.com/xCcUj0W6GV
The strategic additions provide Tyler Marsh with multiple options on the ball and the experience that the team lacked in the previous two seasons. While the Connecticut Sun rookie is just ‘part’ of the bigger picture for the Windy City franchise, she is essential for Chicago’s 2026 playoff ambitions.