Introduction to the Game
The Chicago Sky suffered their 14th loss of the season against the top-seeded Minnesota Lynx at Wintrust Arena on Monday night. Despite both teams’ records and the final score, the two teams were relatively evenly matched throughout the majority of the game.
Performance of Key Players
Reese continued her dominance from their last game against the Lynx on Saturday, finishing with her ninth straight double-double with 22 points and ten rebounds. The only other starter to finish with double-digit points was Rachel Banham, with 15 points. Rebecca Allen also added ten points off the bench. Fueled by Reece’s performance, both teams exchanged leads throughout the first half. However, it was in the third quarter that the Lynx began to take over. Napheesa Collier finished with 29 points, five assists, and three steals; Courtney Williams added 18 points, eight rebounds, seven assists, and four steals; Kayla McBride also contributed 17 points, and Bridget Carleton scored 11 for the Lynx.
Turning Point of the Game
Off a three from Carleton, the Lynx secured a 47-46 lead and did not let up for the rest of the game. The Lynx successfully outscored the Sky 47-32 in the second half, mainly due to their suffocating defense. The Lynx totaled 14 steals and six blocks as a team, forcing multiple Chicago turnovers. “We didn’t handle the pressure great today,” Marsh said, per Moreau Sports Media Prod Co. “The first half, we managed it pretty well … the second half, they just played a little bit harder than we did. We didn’t close out the game like we wanted to today.”
Challenges Faced by the Sky
The Sky also struggled with keeping the ball within their position during the game, totaling 18 turnovers, which resulted in 24 points for Minnesota. “The ball didn’t move as quickly as we wanted to,” Marsh added, according to Bell. “They did a decent job with us on the offensive glass. They capitalized on our turnovers. We just got to do a better job of taking care of the ball.”
Current Standings and Upcoming Games
The Chicago Sky now fall to 7-14, placing them in 10th place in the WNBA standings. The Minnesota Lynx rise to 19-4, firmly solidifying themselves as the number-one team in the league. The Sky will try to bounce back at Wintrust Arena on Wednesday for an 11 a.m. (CT) game versus the Atlanta Dream. Lynx will also play on Wednesday night against the Phoenix Mercury. Angel Reese and Courtney Williams will also be teaming up in the WNBA All-Star game this Saturday in Indianapolis.
Post-Game Reactions
The Chicago Sky’s Rachel Banham and Angel Reese at a postgame press conference following a loss to the Minnesota Lynx (Screenshot).
tough. #skytown pic.twitter.com/55lXeQfiYN
— Chicago Sky (@chicagosky) July 15, 2025
Post Game Press Conference | Sky vs Lynx | July 14, 2025 https://t.co/DwWGD6Dh3N
— Chicago Sky (@chicagosky) July 15, 2025
About the Author
Elijah James
Elijah James is a rising junior at the University of Missouri-Columbia, majoring in journalism with an emphasis in cross-platform, editing, and producing. Hailing from the south side of Chicago, Elijah fell in love with the world of sports, and strives to correctly share athlete’s stories within his work.
Elijah is a 2025 NABJ-Chicago x Chicago Defender intern.
Conclusion
The Chicago Sky’s loss to the Minnesota Lynx highlights the team’s struggles with handling pressure and taking care of the ball. Despite Angel Reese’s impressive ninth straight double-double, the Sky were unable to overcome the Lynx’s suffocating defense. The team will look to bounce back in their upcoming game against the Atlanta Dream.
FAQs
Q: What was the final score of the game between the Chicago Sky and the Minnesota Lynx?
A: The article does not provide the final score, but it mentions that the Lynx outscored the Sky 47-32 in the second half.
Q: Who were the top performers for the Minnesota Lynx?
A: Napheesa Collier finished with 29 points, five assists, and three steals, while Courtney Williams added 18 points, eight rebounds, seven assists, and four steals.
Q: What is the current standing of the Chicago Sky in the WNBA?
A: The Chicago Sky are currently in 10th place with a record of 7-14.
Q: Who will be representing the Sky and the Lynx in the WNBA All-Star game?
A: Angel Reese and Courtney Williams will be teaming up in the WNBA All-Star game this Saturday in Indianapolis.
