Chicago Sky

LAS VEGAS, NV - SEPTEMBER 15: Las Vegas Aces celebrates after the game against the Chicago Sky on September 15, 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 Jeff Bottari/NBAE via Getty Images)

The Sky’s season ended in 14 seconds, but a lasting foundation still remains

Stefanie Dolson and the art of the outlet pass

PODCAST: Nick Niendorf talks playoffs on the Skycast

Chicago in the Sky with Diamond: DeShields the key moving forward

UNCASVILLE, CONNECTICUT- August 12: Diamond DeShields #1 of the Chicago Sky in action during the Connecticut Sun Vs Chicago Sky, WNBA regular season game at Mohegan Sun Arena on August 12, 2018 in Uncasville, Connecticut. (Photo by Tim Clayton/Corbis via Getty Images)

Diamond DeShields helps Chicago Sky cruise past Phoenix Mercury in first round playoff game

WASHINGTON, DC - SEPTEMBER 8: Head Coach James Wade draws a play during a huddle in the game against the Washington Mystics on September 8, 2019 at the St Elizabeths East Entertainment & 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)

Report: James Wade to receive WNBA Coach of the Year award

Kahleah Copper. (Domenic Allegra photo)

Kahleah Copper and the Chicago Sky bench shine in loss to the Washington Mystics

WASHINGTON, DC - SEPTEMBER 8: Astou Ndour #45 of the Chicago Sky handles the ball against the Washington Mysticson September 8, 2019 at the St Elizabeths East Entertainment & 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 to host Phoenix Mercury in first round of playoffs

CHICAGO, IL - AUGUST 29: Stefanie Dolson #31 of the Chicago Sky looks on during the game against the Dallas Wings on August 29, 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)

PODCAST: Nick Niendorf’s newest edition of the Skycast

CHICAGO, IL - SEPTEMBER 1: The Chicago Sky huddles up before the game against the Phoenix Mercury on September 1, 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 dominate possible playoff matchup against Phoenix Mercury

MINNEAPOLIS, MN- AUGUST 27: Allie Quigley #14 of the Chicago Sky drives to the basket against the Minnesota Lynx on August 27, 2019 at the Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota 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 David Sherman/NBAE via Getty Images)

Chicago Sky fall to Minnesota Lynx as Vandersloot sets assist record

PHOENIX, AZ - AUGUST 16: Dewanna Bonner #24 hi-fives Diana Taurasi #3 of the Phoenix Mercury on August 16, 2019 at the Talking Stick Resort Arena, in Phoenix, Arizona. 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 Michael Gonzales/NBAE via Getty Images)

Putting it back together: Notes from the Chicago Sky’s victory over the Phoenix Mercury

PHOENIX, AZ - AUGUST 25: The Chicago Sky celebrate during the game against the Phoenix Mercury on August 25, 2019 at Talking Stick Resort Arena in Phoenix, Arizona. 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 Michael Gonzales/NBAE via Getty Images)

Round Table effort gives Chicago Sky third-most wins in franchise history

WASHINGTON, DC - AUGUST 11: Elena Delle Donne #11 of the Washington Mystics and Napheesa Collier #24 of the Minnesota Lynx reach for the ball during the game on August 11, 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)

Washington Mystics’ six-game winning streak ends at hands of 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

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - AUGUST 11: Chicago Sky head coach James Wade yells during a game against the Los Angeles Sparks at Staples Center on August 11, 2019 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. (Photo by Katharine Lotze/Getty Images)

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

ATLANTA, GA - AUGUST 20: Diamond DeShields #1 of the Chicago Sky blocks a shot against Nia Coffey #10 of the Atlanta Dream on August 20, 2019 at the State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia. 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 Scott Cunningham/NBAE via Getty Images)

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

WASHINGTON, DC - JULY 13: A'ja Wilson #22 high-fives Liz Cambage #8 of the Las Vegas Aces against the Washington Mystics on July 13, 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)

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