In a recent episode of “The OGs” podcast, hosted by Udonis Haslem and Mike Miller, Cloud opened up about her unexpected trade from the Phoenix Mercury to the Connecticut Sun.
Highlights
- On February 2, 2025, Natasha Cloud was unexpectedly traded to the Connecticut Sun after playing only one season with the Phoenix Mercury.
- Natasha Cloud announced her relationship with Isabelle Harrison in February 2025.
- Natasha Cloud was previously married to softball player Aleshia Ocasio.
WNBA guard Natasha Cloud was traded from the Phoenix Mercury to the Connecticut Sun in a four-team deal that included the Dallas Wings and Indiana Fever.
The trade brought Alyssa Thomas to the Mercury, with Cloud and Rebecca Allen moving to the Sun.
Moreover, the transaction caught Cloud off guard, as she learned about it through social media and communications from an assistant coach rather than directly from the team’s management.
Phantom BC/Connecticut Sun guard Natasha Cloud says the last few weeks have been a "whirlwind."
— Desert Wave Media (@DesertWaveCo) February 8, 2025
She says she was told she was going to be able to retire as a Phoenix Mercury and found out about the trade on social media.#Unrivaled #WNBA pic.twitter.com/dgD2cDdXB6
In a post-trade media appearance, Natasha Cloud was asked about her feelings regarding the trade, to which the basketball player responded,
The last few weeks have been a whirlwind, to say the least. that was really hard for me, uprooting my family to the West Coast, being told I was going to retire as a Phoenix Mercury, and to then be shipped out and find out with you guys on social media.
Natasha Cloud
Furthermore, in the recent episode of “The OGs” podcast, Cloud talked about her trade and career in the WNBA.
Moreover, Cloud will enter the 2025 WNBA season with a chip on her shoulder. The Sun will play the Mercury on June 18, 2025, an anticipated match for Cloud’s fans.
Natasha Cloud Is Dating Fellow Player Isabelle Harrison
Meanwhile, the WNBA has been silent about her relationship status for the last two years. Natasha Cloud recently discussed her relationship on the Friday edition of “The Pivot Podcast.”
In the podcast, Natasha Cloud states,
I Know I’m with a wonderful woman. But I’m with a very beautiful straight woman that fell in love with me.
Natasha Cloud
Natasha is openly bisexual. She often mentions her pride in her identity and talks about her love interest.
@isabelleharrison4 everyone go wish Tash a happy birthday @Tcloud9 ♬ Sensual Seduction – Snoop Dogg
While the Connecticut Sun guard has yet to discuss her new relationship, Pheonix Mercury player Satou Sabally revealed their relationship on January 28.
Later, Cloud posted a romantic message to Isabelle on Valentine’s Day through her Instagram post and made their relationship public. She writes,
I was drawn to you. Almost as if the light that had been broken in me found solace in you…. To the most beautiful woman, my favorite person & my greatest love. You my forever valentine. Death row niglettta
Natasha Cloud
Since then, the couple has often been seen together in social media posts. Similarly, Natasha and Isabelle usually upload romantic and adorable videos of themselves on their TikTok account.
Natasha Cloud Was Previously Married To Professional Softball Player Aleshia Ocasio
33-year-old, WNBA star once tied her wedding knot in 2019. However, it lasted for three years, and she got divorced.
Natasha and Aleshia Ocasio’s relationship began around October 2018, when Cloud watched Ocasio pitch for the University of Florida in the College Series.
Shortly after, they started dating, and in July 2019, the couple announced their engagement.
Furthermore, in October 2019, Natasha Cloud and Aleshia Ocasio tied the knot. Their marital relationship lasted for about three years.
A tremendous night on Hawk Hill last night as Natasha Cloud '15 and Aleshia Ocasio joined Professor Stephanie Tryce for a candid forum on sports, social justice, and faith as part of the Sport for Social Change and Social Justice Series.#THWND pic.twitter.com/iz9rzjVCDW
— Saint Joseph's Hawks (@SJUHawks) February 5, 2020
Natasha and Aleshia separated in 2022. As of March 2025, neither side has revealed the reason for their separation.
While Natasha Cloud has talked about her new relationship, Aleshia Ocasio is reportedly single and tight-lipped about her dating status.
Moroever, Aleshia Ocasio is focused on her professional career. She most recently played in the Athletes Unlimited Softball.
In January 2025, Ocasio was drafted fifth overall by the Blaze in the inaugural Athletes Unlimited Softball league draft.
She played college softball at Florida Gators from 2015 to 2018. In April 2018, the Chicago Bandits selected Aleshia tenth overall in the 2018 NPF Draft.
Additional Information
- As of 2025, Natasha Cloud’s estimated net worth is around $500k. In 2024, she signed a two-year contract worth $400k with Pheonix Mercury.
- Natasha Cloud’s parents are Emil and Sharon Cloud. Sharon is Natasha’s biological mother, and Emil is her stepdad.
