Sky snap 6-game losing streak; then win two straight over Sparks; lose to Dream on buzzer-beater; lose to Liberty 95-94; Cardoso returns; Bibby debuts; facility delays; trade deadline speculation; Carrington return update
Key Questions
How did the Chicago Sky end their losing streak?
The Sky snapped a 6-game skid with a 95-90 win over Seattle on July 15, followed by back-to-back victories over the LA Sparks (96-82 and another win), improving their record to 10-16.
What caused the Sky's losses to the Dream and Liberty?
They lost 93-91 to Atlanta on a buzzer-beater on July 19 and fell 95-94 to New York on July 22, with the latter featuring a blown lead and a late scoring surge by Sabrina Ionescu.
What was the impact of Kamilla Cardoso's return?
Cardoso came back from a knee injury on a minutes restriction, posting 13 points and 11 rebounds in one game, contributing to the team's recent wins.
Who made their debut for the Sky recently?
Chloe Bibby debuted strongly on July 15, while Sydney Taylor scored a career-high 31 points in the loss to the Liberty.
What is the status of the Chicago Sky's practice facility?
The facility has been delayed again until 2027 with costs now at $60M, prompting a critical statement from the WNBPA.
Which players are mentioned in trade deadline speculation?
Skylar Diggins and Natasha Cloud are highlighted as top trade candidates, though the team has not confirmed plans to shop them.
What is the latest on DiJonai Carrington's injury?
Carrington is out for the game against New York but has been participating in full-contact drills during recovery.
How has the team performed since the All-Star break context?
The Sky have shown inconsistency with close losses, facility issues, and draft pick concerns, as noted in recent articles about their struggles and past trades.
The Chicago Sky ended their 6-game skid with a 95-90 win over Seattle on July 15, then beat the LA Sparks 96-82 on July 16 and again on July 17, improving to 10-16. On July 19, they lost to the Atlanta Dream 93-91 on a buzzer-beater, dropping to 10-17. On July 22, they lost to the New York Liberty 95-94, dropping to 10-18. Sydney Taylor scored a career-high 31 points in the Liberty loss. Courtney Vandersloot added a season-high 14 points. The Sky blew a 22-point lead in the Dream loss. Kamilla Cardoso returned from a knee injury on a minutes restriction, recording 13 points and 11 rebounds. Chloe Bibby made a strong debut on July 15. AzurĆ” Stevens was named player of the week. The practice facility is delayed again to 2027, with cost overrun to $60M and a harsh WNBPA statement. Trade deadline articles name Skylar Diggins and Natasha Cloud as top candidates. Injury report confirms Diggins, Carrington, Jackson out for tonight's game vs New York. DiJonai Carrington is doing full-contact drills. A new article on the Sky's issues as the All-Star Game returns to Chicago reinforces the team's struggles. A deep-dive article on the Sky's 2024 trade that gave the Lynx Olivia Miles adds context. The Sky Foundation gave 500 free tickets for All-Star and unveiled a renovated court. A new article (1DY2hucJ) highlights the Sky's fall from grace since 2022. Sabrina Ionescu's 3-point contest 'lies' added pregame drama. Tyler Marsh expressed frustration after the Liberty loss, noting the pattern of close losses and draft pick implications from the Atkins trade. A feature on Jacy Sheldon's defensive mindset and community work was published. The Sky are home favorites against the Sparks in an upcoming game. A new article (1DbPm8Pw) digs into the painful draft pick swap with the Mystics, highlighting how the Sky could lose another lottery pick to a playoff team, connecting Jackson's injury, Diggins' discontent, and the looming 2027 pick swap.