Sika Koné

Sika Koné (KOH-nay) (born 13 July 2002) is a Malian basketball player for the Atlanta Dream of the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA) and for CAB Estepona Jardin of the Liga Femenina de Baloncesto. She was selected 29th overall in the 2022 WNBA draft by the New York Liberty.

Professional career Spain Koné started her professional career in Spain in 2019, playing for SPAR Gran Canaria. She played four seasons there.

From 2023 to 2025, Koné played for CB Avenida.

In July 2025, Koné signed CAB Estepona Jardin.

WNBA The New York Liberty selected Koné with the 29th overall pick in the third round of the 2022 WNBA draft. She stayed overseas for the 2022 season, then signed her rookie contract and joined the Liberty's training camp ahead of the 2023 season. She did not make the opening day roster and was waived by the Liberty on 16 May 2023.

Chicago Sky (2023) The Chicago Sky claimed Koné off waivers on 18 May 2023. She would go on to appear in 20 games for the Sky during the 2023 season and averaged 3.6 points per game, 3.0 rebounds per game, and 0.5 assists per game.

Minnesota Lynx (2024)

On 14 April 2024, Koné was traded to the Minnesota Lynx alongside the 2024 8th overall pick, a 2025 2nd round pick, and the rights to swap a 2026 1st round pick in exchange for Nikolina Milić and the 7th overall pick in 2024.

Washington Mystics (2024–2025)

On 20 August 2024, Koné was traded to the Washington Mystics alongside Olivia Époupa and a 2026 second round pick in exchange for Myisha Hines-Allen.

On 5 August 2025, Koné was waived by the Mystics.

Atlanta Dream (2025) On 17 August 2025, Koné signed with the Atlanta Dream.

Career statistics

WNBA Regular season Stats current through end of 2025 season

Playoffs