Sky earn convincing victory vs. Fever, regain control of their postseason positioning The Sky shot 49.4% from the field and 43.8% from three-point range en route to a 96-69 rout in Indianapolis. Chicago Sun-Times · Sep 6, 2023
Sky tighten playoff race with Sparks after 76-75 win on the road Coming into Tuesday’s game, the Sky were a game and a half behind the Sparks for the eighth and final playoff spot. What gives the Sparks an edge as both teams continue their playoff pushes is their rosters’ collective experience winning championships. Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 30, 2023
Dana Evans is making a strong case for sixth woman of the year in her third season In the last five games, Evans’ production has spiked. She’s averaging 14.4 points and 4.4 assists in 21 minutes Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 29, 2023
Sky pull off late-game comeback, defeat Storm 90-85 The victory moved the Sky 1 1/2 games behind the Sparks in the battle for eighth and final playoff spot and added to the importance of the matchup between the teams Tuesday in Los Angeles. Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 28, 2023
Sky drop critical game to Aces in playoff push, fall two games behind Sparks “We need to take care of business,” interim coach/general manager Emre Vatansever said. “We play Seattle and Los Angeles on the road now. That’s our focus.” Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 25, 2023
What will the Sky’s backcourt look like in 2024? While the Sky puts off addressing the two of the most critically important roles to a professional sports franchise — coach and general manager — questions about their roster only grow more concerning. Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 23, 2023
Sky snap five-game skid in ‘turning point’ game against Storm Dana Evans led the Sky with 23 points, shooting 7-for-11 from the field, including 4-for-6 from three-point range. Marina Mabrey added 19 points and Alanna Smith 14. Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 23, 2023
James Wade assembled Sky’s roster poorly, and it’s showing It’s not that the Sky are playing below their capabilities. This team was not built to be successful. At its best, the Sky could barely make the playoffs. If the season ended today, they wouldn’t. Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 22, 2023
Sky fall into tie with Sparks for last playoff spot with 10 games left “We weren’t prepared well, and that is my responsibility,” interim coach/general manager Emre Vatansever said. “I take ownership of that. I could have prepared them well, and I didn’t.” Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 14, 2023
Sky battle through Wings’ physicality to secure third consecutive victory The teams combined to commit 54 fouls, but it was the Sky (12-15) who maintained an edge in late-game composure and secured a 104-96 victory. Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 7, 2023
Sky guard Marina Mabrey reflects on three seasons with Wings: ‘Dallas believed in me’ In her first season with the Sky, Mabrey entered Friday averaging career highs across the board, putting up 14.5 points, 3.9 rebounds and 3.8 assists in 29.8 minutes. Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 5, 2023
As trade deadline approaches, Sky don’t appear to be active despite clear need for changes Former coach/GM James Wade’s hurried attempt to stop the bleeding in the wake of the departures of Candace Parker, Courtney Vandersloot and Allie Quigley not only failed to prevent a rebuild, but it also poses a realistic hindrance to the Sky’s future success. Chicago Sun-Times · Jul 29, 2023
Marina Mabrey’s keys for navigating slumps offer lesson for all “You’re going to go through little phases where you’re not playing your best basketball, but you can’t attach your self-worth to it,” Mabrey said. Chicago Sun-Times · Jul 25, 2023
To even get consideration from free agent-to-be Jewell Loyd, Sky have work to do “Every person wants to play in their hometown, whether it’s playing there for college, whatever it is.” said Loyd, who played high school ball at Niles West. “There’s always a different feel. . . . At the same time, I’ve only known the Seattle Storm my whole [WNBA career].’’ Chicago Sun-Times · Jul 23, 2023
Chicago Sun-Times · Jul 21, 2023 Sky’s lack of cohesion out of All-Star break might indicate this group will never find it “I mean, we came back,” interim coach/general manager Emre Vatansever said. “There are 40 minutes in a game, and there are ups and downs. Of course, there are some times that disconnection happens for both teams. But, no, nothing big.”
Chicago Sun-Times · Jul 14, 2023 Sky have on/off-court questions to answer during All-Star break “Emre will be there through the 2023 season,” operating chairman Nadia Rawlinson told the Sun-Times following James Wade’s resignation. “We’re excited and confident in his ability to lead the team. We feel good about him in this role for now.”
Chicago Sun-Times · Jul 10, 2023 Sky falter in fourth quarter, drop second straight to Dream Kahleah Copper finished one point shy of her career high after being held scoreless in the final 10 minutes.
Chicago Sun-Times · Jul 9, 2023 Marina Mabrey isn’t fazed by critics who think ‘They shouldn’t have traded that for her’ Mabrey is the Sky’s second-leading scorer, averaging a career-high 15.8 points per game halfway through the season. She’s still looking for All-Star recognition.
Chicago Sun-Times · Jul 1, 2023 Courtney Williams notches first career triple-double in Sky’s 86-78 win over Sparks Williams finished with 12 points, 13 assists and 11 rebounds.
Chicago Sun-Times · Jun 29, 2023 Patience pays off for Sky’s Courtney Williams Williams led the Sky to an 80-63 victory over the Sparks with a game-high 21 points, nine rebounds and two assists.
Chicago Sun-Times · Jun 22, 2023 Sky’s Alanna Smith a bright spot amid team’s slump Through 12 games (nine starts), she’s averaging 10.3 points, a team-high 6.8 rebounds and 1.8 blocks.
Chicago Sun-Times · Jun 21, 2023 Sky aren’t panicking, despite league-worst four-game skid “If you’re looking at it in the scheme of 11 games, then maybe you’ll call it a skid,” Marina Mabrey said. “If you’re looking at it in 40 games, it’s a wave.”
Chicago Tribune · Jun 19, 2023 Dana Evans and Marina Mabrey are building a key backcourt connection for Chicago Sky: ‘It relieves pressure for both of us’ The Chicago Sky faced an important test Thursday: Can this new-look roster withstand the absence of Kahleah Copper?
Chicago Sun-Times · Jun 18, 2023 Sky facing tough stretch as they try to snap skid Of the Sky’s nine games leading into the All-Star break, six are against teams in the top five of the standings. The other three are against the Dream and Fever, both of whom have beaten the Sky once.
Chicago Sun-Times · Jun 16, 2023 Sky blow late lead to Fever in third straight loss The Sky (5-6) held a seven-point lead with seven minutes to play in the fourth quarter, but an 11-0 run by the Fever erased it.