WNBA Showdown: Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark to Face Off at Chicago’s United Center
A First for the Chicago Sky
The Chicago Sky has announced a first for the championship-winning franchise: the first-ever WNBA games at the city’s United Center. The Sky’s regular home season games against the Indiana Fever will now be played at the United Center.
Matchups and Dates
The two contests, featuring Sky’s Angel Reese versus Fever’s Caitlin Clark, will take place on:
* Saturday, June 7 (tip-off time of 7 p.m. CT)
* Sunday, July 27 (tip-off set for 2 p.m. CT)
The United Center
The United Center can seat more than 20,000 people for basketball, setting the stage for the Sky to possibly break their single-game attendance record of 16,444 fans, which occurred on July 13, 2016 at Allstate Arena in Rosemont.
Tickets and Seating
Tickets go on sale on Tuesday, March 11, at 11 a.m. CT on Ticketmaster.com. Tickets will also be available at the United Center Box Office. Existing Sky season ticket members will receive priority seating for the games and have their seats relocated to comparable locations at the United Center.
A Historic Rivalry
Last season, the second head-to-head matchup pitting two of the WNBA’s biggest stars was the most-watched game in the league in over two decades, peaking with nearly 3 million viewers. This highly anticipated showdown between Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark is sure to draw a large crowd.
Conclusion
The Chicago Sky’s move to the United Center is a significant step forward for the franchise, providing more opportunities for fans to experience the excitement of live WNBA action. With Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark set to face off in these two highly anticipated matchups, basketball enthusiasts are in for a treat.
Frequently Asked Questions
* Q: When do tickets go on sale for the WNBA games at the United Center?
A: Tickets go on sale on Tuesday, March 11, at 11 a.m. CT on Ticketmaster.com.
* Q: Will existing Sky season ticket members receive priority seating for the games?
A: Yes, existing Sky season ticket members will receive priority seating for the games and have their seats relocated to comparable locations at the United Center.
* Q: How many people can the United Center seat for basketball?
A: The United Center can seat more than 20,000 people for basketball.
