Last updated on: September 23, 2024
Skylar Diggins-Smith is one of those talented exudates on the basketball court. She’s a WNBA superstar, and her moves combined with quick instincts make her a wonderful point guard. Born on 2nd August 1990, she was sure to have loved it from a young age but you could really see this in college at Notre Dame. Think of watching her drive toward the basket with such confidence could almost feel with every play.
Since being drafted third overall by the Tulsa Shock in 2013 known as the Dallas Wings, Teressa has blossomed into a shining star. She truly stands out due to her ability to score, lead her team, and make those crazy assists sometimes it feels like she has eyes in the back of her head and sees the game almost as well as ESPN. Teressa has multiple All-Star selections over the years and even won gold with Team USA.
But basketball is not all that Skylar is. Off the court, she’s a voice for things that really matter: women’s sports, mental health, and equality. It’s the kind of player you respect both for what she does and even more for who she is.
As of November 2024, Skylar Diggins-Smith is 34 years and 3 months old, her estimated net worth is $2.5 million, and she stands at a height of 5 feet 9 inches (175 cm or 1.75 m) tall.
Bio/Wiki
Full Name
Skylar Diggins-Smith
Nickname
Skylar
Profession
American professional basketball player
Career
Teams
Tulsa Shock / Dallas Wings (2013–2019)
Phoenix Mercury (2020–2023)
Seattle Storm (2024–present)
Best Known for
As American professional basketball player for the Phoenix Mercury in the Women’s National Basketball Association.
Jersey Number
#4
Position
Guard
Current Team
Seattle Storm
Personal Profile and Background Details
Date of Birth
2 August 1990
Age
As of today, she is 34 years, 3 months, and 6 days old.
Zodiac sign
Leo
Signature
Nationality
American
Birth Place
South Bend, Indiana, United States
Residence
USA
School / College / University
University of Notre Dame
Mendoza College of Business (She graduated in May 2013 with a bachelor’s degree in management entrepreneurship)
Religion
Not known.
Race / Ethnicity
Afro-American
Food Habits
Carb-cycling: She increases her carb load on heavy training days and cuts back on rest days or light conditioning days.
Typical meals: Eggs or oatmeal for breakfast; chicken or fish, with side servings of broccoli, asparagus, and sweet potatoes or quinoa for the afternoon or evening.
Hydration: “She always makes sure that she’s well-hydrated and would drink BODYARMOR sports drinks, which is full of vitamins, coconut water, and tastes really good.”.
Cheat meals: Her number one cheats would be pepperoni pizzas-things she does not usually have planned.
Tattoo
Physical Attributes and Measurements
Height
- In feet: 5′ 9″
- In Centimetres: 175 cm
- In meters: 1.75 m
Weight
- In kilograms: 66 kg
- In Pounds: 145 lbs
Body Measurements
33-24-34 inches
Shoe size
8 US
Dress size
6 US
Bra size
32B
Eye color
Black
Hair Color
Black
Family
Husband
Daniel Smith (2017–Present) (Artist. He owns an art gallery in Dallas, Texas)
Father
Tige Diggins
Tige is very close to Skylar. She is the only kid from her bother parents. After some years of her birther Tige and Renee separated. Tige is now married to another woman named Sarah and with her, he has 2 sons.
He is a big LA Rams fan.
Mother
Renee Scott
Renee supported Skylar in her early basketball journey. She is now married to a former army officer Maurice Scott. She has 2 kids with him.
Siblings
Tay Diggins (Younger Brother) (Youtuber)
Tay is her younger half-brother from her father’s side. He studied at Gulf High School. Now he is practicing Basketball and also he has a YouTube Channel where he shares different kinds of videos.
Dezz Diggins (Younger Brother) (MMA Wrestler)
Dezz is her other half-brother from her father’s side. He studied at Pasco-Hernando State College. In the past, he played basketball but did not get success like her sister, now he is practicing MMA. In school, he played football too.
Maurice Scott Jr. (Younger Brother) (Basketball Coach)
Maurice is her younger half-brother from her mother’s side.
Haneefah Malikah (Younger Sister)
Haneefah is her younger half-sister from her mother’s side. She studied at Harold Washington College. Now she is married and has a daughter. You can see her Instagram here.
Children
Seven Smith (Son) (born in 2019)
She also has a daughter who born in 2023
Relationship & More
Marital Status
Married to Daniel Smith
Marriage Date
April 2017
Boyfriend and Dating History
Daniel Smith (2017–Present)
Skylar Diggins-Smith and Daniel Smith met each other when both were student-athletes at the University of Notre Dame. Skylar Diggins and Daniel Smith’s exact date in dating is not reported to the public, but they are said to have met sometime between 2009 and 2013, where Skylar was set as a lady basketball player for the women’s basketball team and Daniel was playing wide receiver for the men’s football team. They strengthened their relationship by spending time amidst all the challenges that they undertook in each of their busy lives as student-athletes.
Daniel took their relationship to a greater step when, on June 2016, he proposed to them at the Mary Tomas Gallery in Dallas, Texas, in such a romantic setting. To them, it was a new development in their love journey. At the end of the year, they had ushered into the wedding phase; they had a modern artistic wedding ceremony in Chicago in May 2017.
The couple welcomed their first child, Seven, a son, in April 2019, followed by their second child whose name remains private. Skylar and Daniel respect their privacy, not regularly giving up information about family life on public social media profiles.
Net worth 2024
$2.5 million
As of November 2024, it’s estimated that Skylar Diggins-Smith has a net worth of about $2.5 million. Here’s a breakdown :
WNBA Salary
Being one of the best-known WNBA players, Skylar collected millions of money during her playing career. In 2020, she was traded from the Dallas Wings to the Phoenix Mercury where she was contracted for multi-year terms. The salary structure in the WNBA has been changing since the new CBA in which superstars like Diggins-Smith earn more base money.
She has an annual WNBA contract that nets her around about $220,000 per year, considering other inducements and bonuses. In 2024 she signed a 2-year $422,685 contract with Seattle. Her pay is a bit at the higher end of what most WNBA players get every year; however, it remains little compared to that of their male counterparts in the NBA.
Endorsement Earnings
The deal boosts Skylar’s income profoundly. Apart from being a Nike athlete and, thereby appearing in many of the brand’s advertising lines, Skylar’s other partners include BodyArmor sports drink, JPMorgan Chase, and Rockin’ Protein. Top-tier athletes in the WNBA can command endorsement deals up to one million dollars per year; Skylar likely earns money in this range from endorsements.
Media Gigs and Speaking Engagements
Diggins-Smith has also leveraged her platform to appear in the media, television, and even as an NBA analyst for ESPN. Her more than colorful personality combined with her deep inside basketball knowledge makes her an exemplary candidate for such roles. While salaries in media range hugely, her high profile in the world of sports hints that she might be pocketing money ranging from $50,000 to $100,000 per year in such appearances and gigs.
Business Ventures
Skylar is an entrepreneur too, utilizing the site as a springboard for launching her own clothing line and working on projects in the fashion space. In particular, there are no public disclosures of specific numbers, but athletes who go into the business in fashion and merchandising can earn several hundred thousand dollars if the brand does well. The partnerships with major brands here indicate that Skylar’s business endeavors are considered quite lucrative in the long run.
Social Media Influence
Skylar milks millions of followers that exist not only on Instagram and Twitter but also on other social media platforms with the generation of more revenue. Of course, she would attract revenue from sponsored posts and brand collaborations. This may be estimated to range between $5,000 and $10,000 per sponsored post, depending on the collaboration that occurs.
Real Estate and Investments
Though not one to make many headlines, many athletes invest in a variety of ways in real estate and investments. Given Skylar’s business acumen and savvy management of her salary, I would assume that she has invested in some type of real estate or venture but does not know publicly. This would therefore add another six-figure income-generating portfolio annually as suggested on her investments in real estate.
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