In her early WNBA tenure, Jacy Sheldon has flashed moments of brilliance that put an emphasis on her star status. In her rookie season, she posted a career-best 17 points in a Dallas Wings jersey against Atlanta on July 5, 2024, etching her name as one of the best talents in the WNBA.
However, in her second season, her physical altercation with Indiana Fever’s Sophie Cunningham during the June 17 game stole the limelight from her 2024 highlights. Moreover, her performance fell short as she only scored two points, but she somewhat made up for it with three steals and three steals.
Nevertheless, for a player with a $74,909 annual income for 2025, Sheldon has proved more than once why she justifies her salary and deserves even more. In her professional 50 games and counting, she has been averaging 5.7 points, 2.4 assists, and 0.7 steals in 23.7 minutes per game.
Players and fans alike have lauded her efficient shooting and defensive instincts, traits that propelled her to Ohio State stardom and into the WNBA spotlight.
Connecticut Sun Star Jacy Sheldon’s Contract & Earnings Breakdown
Drafted fifth overall in the 2024 Draft by the Dallas Wings, Sheldon was traded to the Connecticut Sun in early February 2025. Sheldon signed a four-year contract with a total base value of $324,383. Her annual salary averages $81,096. Her base salary sees a decent increase year to year.
Here’s a breakdown of her guaranteed base earnings:
2024 (Dallas Wings): $73,439
2025 (Connecticut Sun): $74,909
2026 (Connecticut Sun): $82,399
2027 (Sun option year): $93,636
Cumulatively, Sheldon’s four-year base salary totals about $324,383 till 2027 before taxes and agent fees as per Spotrac. These figures exclude any modest playoff bonuses or league incentives. This guaranteed deal offers financial security typical for top-five selections, though it remains far below earnings in more lucrative men’s leagues.
To add context, WNBA average salaries hover in the mid-six-figure range. Sports Illustrated reported that the salary bracket stands roughly around $66,000 to $250,000 (max.). For players like Sheldon, her compensation trails the league mean, but it reflects the balance struck in current revenue-sharing models.
Off-court opportunities further enhance earning potential. As a WNBA professional, she has already secured a signature shoe deal with HOLO Footwear in 2024, complete with equity stake and a signature model, as per Forbes. She was also the first WNBA player to sign a deal with HOLO and the fifth WNBA player (active) to have a signature shoe deal.
.@JacySheldon, a top pick in 2024, was also the 1st WNBA player to sign with @holofootwear last year. Now, the @ConnecticutSun rising star has launched her HOLO signature sneaker with 4 colorways & there’s more in store.
FULL FEATURE: https://t.co/5nQBnNwIJb
Produced by #CU360 pic.twitter.com/pgfnXKeJpp
— CloseUp360 (@CloseUp360) June 16, 2025
Though precise endorsement values remain undisclosed, rookie-scale players typically start with regional or niche brand alignments, with potential growth tied to increased playing time over the seasons. Hence, Sheldon’s deal must have increased in 2025 compared to her rookie season, if not multiplied, further fattening her annual earnings.
MORE: Who Are the Sun’s Highest-Paid Players? Connecticut’s Top 10 Biggest Salaries in 2025
Meanwhile, in the 10 games she has played so far in the 2025 season, Sheldon has averaged approximately 7.0 points, 2.2 assists, and 1.1 steals per game. This reflects her Ohio State pedigree when she averaged 17.8 points and 3.8 assists per game (2023-24).
Ultimately, Sheldon’s 2025 season performances reinforce her growing value both on-court and off. For the Connecticut Sun, retaining emerging talents like Sheldon may entail leveraging restricted free agency rights to match offers. So that they could ensure continuity within a competitive roster, aiming for continued success.
