Chicago Sky

INDIANAPOLIS - MAY 20: Kayla Alexander #40 of the Indiana Fever poses for a portrait during the WNBA Media Day at Bankers Life Fieldhouse on May 20, 2019 in Indianapolis, Indiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and condition of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: 2019 NBAE (Photo by Ron Hoskins/NBAE via Getty Images)

Chicago Sky waive guard Chloe Jackson, sign center Kayla Alexander

A tiebreaker scenario that could keep Chicago Sky out of the playoffs

Chicago Sky nearly clinch playoff berth in James Wade’s first season

A’Ja Wilson returns after month-long ankle injury, helps Aces clinch postseason berth

CHICAGO, IL - AUGUST 18: The Chicago Sky huddle before the game against the Las Vegas Aces on August 18, 2019 at Wintrust Arena in Chicago, Illinois. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Gary Dineen/NBAE via Getty Images)

Chicago Sky lose heated game against Las Vegas Aces

CHICAGO, IL - AUGUST 16: Nneka Ogwumike #30 of the Los Angeles Sparks goes to the basket against the Chicago Sky on August 16, 2019 at the Wintrust Arena, in Chicago, Illinois. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Gary Dineen/NBAE via Getty Images)

Los Angeles Sparks doomed by third straight slow start, fall to Chicago Sky

LOS ANGELES, CA - AUGUST 11: The Chicago Sky huddle up before the game against the Los Angeles Sparks on August 11, 2019 at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, California NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Juan Ocampo/NBAE via Getty Images)

PODCAST: Nick Niendorf’s latest takes on the Chicago Sky

LOS ANGELES, CA - JUNE 30: Cheyenne Parker #32 high-fives Jantel Lavender #7 of the Chicago Sky against the Los Angeles Sparks on June 30, 2019 at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, California NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Adam Pantozzi/NBAE via Getty Images)

Chicago Sky’s Jantel Lavender to miss eight to nine weeks after surgery on left foot

CHICAGO, IL - AUGUST 7: The Chicago Sky celebrate during the game against the New York Liberty on August 7, 2019 at the Wintrust Arena in Chicago, Illinois. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Gary Dineen/NBAE via Getty Images)

Chicago Sky match last season’s win total with victory over Liberty

LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 27: Allie Quigley #14 of Team Wilson and Courtney Vandersloot #22 of Team Delle Donne pose for a photo before the AT&T WNBA All-Star Game 2019 on July 27, 2019 at the Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Melissa Majchrzak/NBAE via Getty Images)

PODCAST: Talking Chicago Sky’s playoff push, All Star weekend

UNCASVILLE, CT - JULY 30: Courtney Vandersloot #22 of the Chicago Sky handles the ball against the Connecticut Sun on July 30, 2019 at the Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Connecticut. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Brian Babineau/NBAE via Getty Images)

Chicago Sky’s comeback falls short against Connecticut Sun

LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 26: Sami Whitcomb #33 of the Seattle Storm, Courtney Vandersloot #22 and Allie Quigley #14 of the Chicago Sky celebrate during the 2019 WNBA Skills Challenge on July 26, 2019 at the Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Brian Babineau/NBAE via Getty Images)

Allie Quigley, Courtney Vandersloot on pace to set statistical history

UNCASVILLE, CT - AUGUST 12: Chicago Sky guard Diamond DeShields (1) defends Connecticut Sun guard Courtney Williams (10) during a WNBA game between Chicago Sky and Connecticut Sun on August 12, 2018, at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, CT. Connecticut won 82-75. (Photo by M. Anthony Nesmith/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Kahleah Copper, Diamond DeShields at the heart of Sky’s explosiveness

INDIANAPOLIS, IN - MAY 19: Stefanie Dolson #31 of the Chicago Sky handles the ball against Natalie Achonwa #11 of the Indiana Fever on May 19, 2018 at Bankers Life Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Ron Hoskins/NBAE via Getty Images)

Chicago Sky head into All-Star break in control of their own playoff destiny

ARLINGTON, TX - JULY 14: Diamond DeShields #1 and Stefanie Dolson #31 of the Chicago Sky high five during the game against the Dallas Wings on July 14, 2019 at College Park Center in Arlington, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Cooper Neill/NBAE via Getty Images)

PODCAST: Nick Niendorf’s latest Chicago Sky report

LAS VEGAS, NV - AUGUST 15: Kia Nurse #5 of the New York Liberty shoots against Moriah Jefferson #4 of the Las Vegas Aces at the Mandalay Bay Events Center on August 15, 2018 in Las Vegas, Nevada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Sam Wasson/Getty Images)

Kia Nurse shows the world, again, why she’s an All-Star starter

CHICAGO, IL - JULY 10: Stefanie Dolson #31 of the Chicago Sky fights for position during the game against the Minnesota Lynx on July 10, 2019 at the Wintrust Arena in Chicago, Illinois. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Gary Dineen/NBAE via Getty Images)

PODCAST: Nick Niendorf’s latest Skycast

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 30: Jantel Lavender #42 of the Chicago Sky battle for position against Nneka Ogwumike #30 of the Los Angeles Sparks during a WNBA basketball game at Staples Center on June 30, 2019 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Leon Bennett/Getty Images)

Jantel Lavender’s fresh start in Chicago

ARLINGTON, TX - JUNE 1: Arike Ogunbowale #24 of Dallas Wings drives to the basket against the Minnesota Lynx on June 1, 2019 at the College Park Arena in Arlington, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Tim Heitman/NBAE via Getty Images)

How Arike Ogunbowale, Megan Gustafson won over Chicago crowd

CHICAGO, IL - JUNE 26: The Chicago Sky reacts to the play against the Washington Mystics on June 26, 2019 at the Wintrust Arena in Chicago, Illinois. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Gary Dineen/NBAE via Getty Images)

PODCAST: Nick Niendorf looks at the Chicago Sky at the quarter pole

CHICAGO, IL - JUNE 26: Kristi Toliver #20 high-fives Elena Delle Donne #11 of the Washington Mystics against the Chicago Sky on June 26, 2019 at the Wintrust Arena in Chicago, Illinois. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Gary Dineen/NBAE via Getty Images)

Chicago Sky take step back in loss to Washington Mystics

CHICAGO, IL - JUNE 23: Cheyenne Parker #32 of the Chicago Sky celebrates following the game against the Connecticut Sun on June 23, 2019 at the Wintrust Arena in Chicago, Illinois. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Gary Dineen/NBAE via Getty Images)

Chicago Sky end Connecticut Sun’s win streak

CHICAGO, IL -MAY 21: Victoria Macaulay #25 of the Chicago Sky poses for a portrait during 2019 WNBA Chicago Sky Media Day on May 21, 2019 at Wintrust Arena in Chicago, Illinois. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Gary Dineen/NBAE via Getty Images)

Chicago Sky sign forward Victoria Macaulay using injury exception

CHICAGO, IL - JUNE 11: Diamond Deshields #1 hugs Courtney Vandersloot #22 of the Chicago Sky after the game against the Phoenix Mercury on June 11, 2019 at the Wintrust Arena in Chicago, Illinois. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Gary Dineen/NBAE via Getty Images)

Chicago Sky continue hot start at home with win over Mercury

CHICAGO, IL - JUNE 9: Katie Lou Samuelson #33 of the Chicago Sky and Mercedes Russell #2 of the Seattle Storm jocks for a position during the game on June 9, 2019 at the Wintrust Arena in Chicago, Illinois. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Gary Dineen/NBAE via Getty Images)

Katie Lou Samuelson out ‘indefinitely’ with hand injury

CHICAGO, IL - JUNE 9: The Chicago Sky celebrate during the game against the Seattle Storm on June 9, 2019 at the Wintrust Arena in Chicago, Illinois. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Gary Dineen/NBAE via Getty Images)

Cheyenne Parker helps Chicago Sky remain undefeated at home with win over Seattle Storm

WASHINGTON, DC - JUNE 5: Stefanie Dolson #31 of the Chicago Sky shoots the ball against the Washington Mystics on June 5, 2019 at the St. Elizabeths East Entertainment and Sports Arena in Washington, DC. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Ned Dishman/NBAE via Getty Images)

LISTEN: Nick Niendorf talks Chicago Sky, focus on home opener

WASHINGTON, DC - JUNE 5: Gabby Williams #15 of the Chicago Sky drives to the basket against the Washington Mystics on June 5, 2019 at the St. Elizabeths East Entertainment and Sports Arena in Washington, DC. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Ned Dishman/NBAE via Getty Images)

Chicago Sky road troubles continue in loss to Washington Mystics