With Ariel Atkins sidelined and Kamilla Cardoso in foul trouble, the Sky couldn’t keep pace — and their playoff hopes are on shakier ground.

Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese returned to action on Tuesday night against the Minnesota Lynx after a one-game injury absence. Missing Chicago’s final game before the All-Star break, a blowout 86-49 loss to the Atlanta Dream, Reese had been nursing a minor leg injury.

Chicago Sky knew exactly what they were signing up for. The franchise built on bold bets and bigger risks. First they sacrificed future draft capital to pick Angel Reese. Then, they doubled down, sending two valuable picks – including the No.

Chicago aims to break its three-game losing streak when the Chicago Sky take on Seattle. The teams meet Thursday for the first time this season.

It took more than a quarter for Minnesota to find its footing, but once it did the Lynx pulled away to beat Chicago 91-68 Tuesday in the first game after the All-Star break.

Davis was drafted 11th overall by the Liberty in 2024 and then was waived at the midpoint of this season. Injuries to Ariel Atkins and Courtney Vandersloot qualified the Sky for a medical hardship contract.

Kayla McBride and Napheesa Collier scored 19 points apiece and the Minnesota Lynx dominated the middle quarters in a 91-68 win over Chicago Sky, improving to 13-0 in home games.

The Chicago Sky signed guard Marquesha Davis to a seven-day hardship contract amidst a busy schedule and injuries. Angel Reese, a prominent player for