The relationship between New York Liberty guard Natasha Cloud and her girlfriend has captured fans’ attention, particularly after their viral celebration following Cloud’s WNBA Skills Challenge victory during this season’s All-Star break. Beyond her romantic life, Cloud stands as one of the league’s most influential voices.
The 33-year-old guard has built her reputation on two fronts: elite basketball performance and unwavering activism. She’s a vocal advocate for Black Lives Matter, LGBTQ rights, and gun violence reform who made the bold decision to sit out the 2020 WNBA season to focus on social justice work. That commitment earned her recognition on Forbes’ 30 Under 30 in 2021.
On the court, Cloud has established herself as one of the WNBA’s premier defensive point guards. Originally drafted by the Washington Mystics with the 15th pick in the second round, she became a cornerstone of their 2019 championship team. Her defensive prowess has earned her three All-WNBA Defensive Team selections, including one First Team honor.
Who Is Natasha Cloud’s Current Girlfriend?
Cloud is currently dating her Liberty teammate, Isabelle Harrison. Their relationship became more visible to the public after both joined the New York team in 2024-25, with Cloud arriving from the Phoenix Mercury and Harrison from the Chicago Sky.
What makes their relationship particularly interesting is the journey it represents for both players. Cloud, who is openly bisexual, revealed during her appearance on the “Pivot Podcast” that Harrison identified as straight before they began their romantic relationship.
Their bond became a social media sensation when Cloud celebrated her WNBA Skills Challenge victory with Harrison courtside. The heartwarming moment showed the couple embracing after Cloud’s triumph, giving fans a glimpse into their relationship.
What Is Isabelle Harrison’s Background?
Harrison comes from an incredibly athletic family with deep ties to professional sports. Born to Dennis and Ida on September 27, 1993, she’s the 10th of 12 siblings in a household where sports excellence runs in the blood.
Her father, Dennis Harrison, carved out a successful NFL career as a defensive end. He spent the majority of his professional career with the Philadelphia Eagles from 1978 to 1984, before playing for the Los Angeles Rams in 1985, the San Francisco 49ers in 1986, and finishing with the Atlanta Falcons in 1987.
Meanwhile, her mother works as a nurse, providing the family’s foundation away from the spotlight.
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The Harrison basketball legacy continues through Isabelle’s older brothers. D.J. Harrison played for the Colorado Buffaloes before going undrafted in the 2004 NBA Draft. David Harrison, a center, achieved the highest professional success among the siblings when the Indiana Pacers selected him in the first round. He played four NBA seasons before continuing his career overseas.
Athletic achievement extends beyond basketball in the Harrison household. Her sister DeeDee played college volleyball at Tennessee, while younger sister Dorie played collegiate basketball for the Lipscomb Bisons. The complete Harrison sibling roster includes Idette, Danielle, Dianne, Daniel, Della, DeeDee, Isaiah, and Ian.
How Did Natasha Cloud’s Previous Marriage End?
Before her relationship with Harrison, Cloud was married to Aleshia Ocasio, a professional softball player, from 2020 to 2022. Their love story began in a whirlwind fashion, with Cloud proposing during the 2019 WNBA All-Star break in July after just 11 months of dating.
Ocasio, a Florida graduate, relocated to Washington, D.C., where she became an assistant softball coach at Howard University. The couple quickly moved in together and even adopted a dog named Maya, building what appeared to be a strong foundation for their future.
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Like Cloud, Ocasio is openly bisexual, and their relationship represented visibility for LGBTQ athletes in professional sports. However, the reasons for their separation were never publicly disclosed, though Cloud has spoken respectfully about her ex-wife since their split.
Their marriage timeline reflects the urgency many LGBTQ couples felt during a politically uncertain period. Cloud and Ocasio initially kept their October 2020 wedding private, only revealing it publicly in March 2021.
