WNBA rocked by multi player cheating scandal at the worst possible time

• Chicago Sky guard DiJonai Carrington publicly accused ex partner NaLyssa Smith of cheating with several players across the league.

• Carrington specifically named Las Vegas Aces players Deja Kelly and Aaliyah Nye among those involved with Smith.

• The public allegations contradict previous statements describing the couple’s high profile breakup as amicable.

The WNBA faces widespread media scrutiny following public cheating allegations made by Chicago Sky guard DiJonai Carrington against her former partner, Las Vegas Aces forward NaLyssa Smith. In a post shared on the social media platform Threads, Carrington claimed that Smith engaged in multiple relationships while they were together, explicitly pointing to league players Deja Kelly and Aaliyah Nye. The sudden outbreak of public personal conflict arrives at a sensitive moment for the professional basketball league, sparking immediate discussion across sports media networks.

 

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The personal relationship between Carrington and Smith originated during their collegiate careers at Baylor University and continued after both athletes transitioned into professional play. The pair briefly played together as teammates on the Dallas Wings during the 2025 season prior to Smith’s trade to the Las Vegas Aces. When the couple initially announced their separation later that year, Carrington informed fans that they had simply grown apart, presenting a narrative that stands in sharp contrast to her latest public claims.

 

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Media background and the broader impact across the league

Carrington has frequently generated headlines throughout her WNBA career for high intensity on court encounters, including a notable incident involving Fever superstar Caitlin Clark, as well as outspoken public commentary on political matters. However, this recent disclosure shifts public attention entirely toward personal dynamics within the league. As of publication, neither Smith, Kelly, nor Nye have issued public statements responding to the allegations made against them.

THE WNBA IS NOT REAL 😭😭😭

Dijonai just accused her ex-girlfriend and teammate of cheating on her with multiple WNBA players pic.twitter.com/e8efHFtahR

— BrickCenter (@BrickCenter_) July 26, 2026

Upcoming regular season matchups and schedule implications

The public fallout adds significant narrative tension to several upcoming regular season games on the WNBA schedule. Carrington and the Chicago Sky are set to host Smith, Kelly and the Las Vegas Aces on August 1, followed by a matchup against Nye and the Atlanta Dream on September 19. Media attention surrounding these fixtures is expected to remain high as the league navigates the intersection of player relations and competitive performance.

DiJonai Carrington pulled up to support her GF NaLyssa Smith for the WNBA Finals win ❤️ pic.twitter.com/XXtfq56awh

— espnW (@espnW) October 11, 2025

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