Overview
- The Sky defeated the Fire 101-78 on Wednesday, snapping a six-game losing streak and moving to 5-12 while Portland fell to 8-10.
- Skylar Diggins led Chicago with 15 points and seven Sky players finished in double figures, reflecting a deep, balanced offensive effort.
- Chicago dominated inside, converting 36 of 69 shots (52%), scoring 56 points in the paint and generating 22 second-chance points to break the game open.
- Portland relied on perimeter shooting, making 10 three-pointers, and entered the matchup riding recent hot performances from Bridget Carleton, who hit seven 3s and scored 24 points on June 17.
- The teams are scheduled to meet again in Chicago on Friday, with the Sky hoping the win and an aggressive interior attack will change the team’s trajectory while Chicago manages multiple absences including Rickea Jackson, Courtney Vandersloot and DiJonai Carrington.