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Natasha Cloud’s profile: Who’s the New York Liberty guard? Age, height, family, love life, jersey and career

Natasha Cloud brings grit, vision, and outspoken leadership to New York, reshaping the Liberty’s backcourt while balancing love, legacy, and a career full of defining moments. Check all that is known about her.

Natasha Cloud #9 of the New York Liberty handles the ball during a game against the Dallas Wings at College Park Center on July 28, 2025.
© Stacy Revere/Getty ImagesNatasha Cloud #9 of the New York Liberty handles the ball during a game against the Dallas Wings at College Park Center on July 28, 2025.

In a league where voices matter as much as points, Natasha Cloud has carved her place as both a playmaker and a force for change. Her move to New York brings more than skill—it brings a fierce competitor with something to prove.

The guard’s game is built on court control and court vision. She led the WNBA in assists in 2022 and earned multiple All-Defensive nods. Her influence spans the locker room and the perimeter, sparking spoke-your-crown revival.

Off court, she has grown into a loud advocate—for social justice, athlete rights and activism through sport. With family rooted in Philadelphia and championship experience, she now anchors a Liberty side eager for repeat glory.

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How old is Natasha Cloud?

Born February 22, 1992, in Broomall, Pennsylvania, Natasha Cloud is 33 years old and enjoying a pro career that has matured with purpose and power. Her years in the league include a WNBA championship (2019), leadership in assists (2022), and recognition as a defensive anchor.

Natasha Cloud #9 of the New York Liberty reacts as she is introduced before the game against the Golden State Valkyries at Barclays Center on May 27, 2025. (Source: Elsa/Getty Images)

Natasha Cloud #9 of the New York Liberty reacts as she is introduced before the game against the Golden State Valkyries at Barclays Center on May 27, 2025. (Source: Elsa/Getty Images)

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How tall is Natasha Cloud?

At 5’10” (178 cm) and about 160 lbs, Natasha Cloud stands at ideal height for a lead guard—neither overwhelming in size nor diminutive in presence. Her frame allows her to see over defenses, dish with precision, and contest shots with physicality—even against taller wings.

Natasha Cloud’s love life and family

Natasha Cloud was previously married to professional softball pitcher Aleshia Ocasio from 2019 until their separation in 2022, a union that rarely surfaced in media but shaped her early professional years.

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In early 2025, she began a relationship with fellow Liberty teammate Isabelle Harrison, which she has described as “the most beautiful, calming, sound thing” for her both personally and professionally.

Fans quickly embraced the couple, especially after she shared on social media that she intends to use her Skills Challenge winnings to help buy a home for her and Harrison—their love story now part of her identity on and off the court.

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What is Natasha Cloud’s jersey number?

Natasha Cloud currently wears number 9 with the New York Liberty, a number her father encouraged her to wear since childhood—a symbol of happiness and success in the Cloud family legacy.

Natasha Cloud #9 of the New York Liberty waits for a free throw during a game against the Dallas Wings at College Park Center on July 28, 2025. (Source: Stacy Revere/Getty Images)

Natasha Cloud #9 of the New York Liberty waits for a free throw during a game against the Dallas Wings at College Park Center on July 28, 2025. (Source: Stacy Revere/Getty Images)

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When she first entered the league, she wore No. 15 in Washington due to unavailability of No. 9. Later, in Phoenix, she sported 0, complete with a bespoke “cloud” design jersey for fans.

Natasha Cloud’s career highlights

  • WNBA Draft Pick (2015): Selected 15th overall by the Washington Mystics after standout years at Saint Joseph’s and Maryland, she began her career quietly, with hustle and court IQ over raw talent.
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  • WNBA Champion (2019): Served as a defensive spark off the bench when the Mystics captured their first-ever WNBA title, becoming known for her hustle, leadership, and steady hand under pressure.
  • Assists Leader and All‑Defensive First Team (2022): Led the league in assists and earned her first All‑Defensive First Team nod—a testament to her growth into a true two-way floor general.
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  • Skills Challenge Champion (2025): Captured the Skills Challenge at All‑Star Weekend with a winning time of 36.4 seconds, dedicating her prize money toward a house with her partner, Isabelle Harrison.
  • High-Profile Trade to New York (2025): After a disappointing trade to Connecticut made public via Instagram, she proactively helped orchestrate a move to the Liberty, joining a team where she felt valued and positioned to thrive.
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  • Franchise Record Start and Leadership (2025): Instrumental in the Liberty opening 8–0—the best start in franchise history—she posted a record-setting +140 plus/minus through seven games, plus career-high assist and defensive metrics.
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