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Robert Zeglinski

Sky coach James Wade is calling on Chicago fans to shave their chests for the WNBA playoffs

Wednesday night will see the beginning of the 2022 WNBA Playoffs in what should be fascinating next few weeks. While we already broke down some of the favorites in the first round, it’s the No. 2 overall seed Sky Copper that everyone else in the field is chasing.

With the defending champs beginning the postseason in a quest for a repeat title, they might need every edge they can get when they play at home. Before the Sky took on the Liberty (-10) in Game 1 of their first-round matchup, head coach James Wade had a unique and motivating message for the hometown fans in Chicago.

Get your beer, chests, and faces ready folks:

In a playoff atmosphere in Chicago, I don’t think any part of Wade’s request is unreasonable (or unlikely). It’s sure to be a raucous vibe during every home Sky postseason game at Wintrust Arena in the coming weeks.

Basketball fans agreed with Wade's passion in his request to the Chicago crowds

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