Sky vs Sparks: A Memorable Victory for the Chicago Sky

Sky vs Sparks: A Thrilling Game Recap

CHICAGO (AP) — Angel Reese finished with 24 points and 12 rebounds for her rookie record 26th double-double of the season, and the Chicago Sky snapped a seven-game losing streak with a 92-78 victory over the Los Angeles Sparks on Friday night. Reese made 9 of 15 shots with a 3-pointer and all five of her free throws as Chicago (12-22) remained tied with the Atlanta Dream for the final spot in the postseason with six games remaining.

Key Performances from Both Teams

• Chennedy Carter finished with 15 points, nine rebounds, and seven assists for the Sky.
• Kamilla Cardoso contributed 12 points and nine rebounds.
• Dearica Hamby led the Sparks with 21 points, five assists, and four steals.
• Rookie Rickea Jackson added 17 points and six rebounds for Los Angeles.

The Flow of the Game

Jackson's layup gave Los Angeles a 19-13 lead with 2:43 left in the first quarter. However, Diamond DeShields and Rachel Banham hit back-to-back 3-pointers to pull Chicago even. Hamby's free throw gave the Sparks a slight edge at the end of the first quarter.

Banham had nine points by halftime on 3-for-3 shooting from beyond the arc, helping Chicago build a 48-42 lead. Reese dominated the third quarter, scoring 11 points and extending Chicago's lead to 75-61.

Looking Ahead

The Sparks fell to 2-16 on the road this season and will return home to play the Connecticut Sun on Sunday, while the Sky will host the Dallas Wings on the same day.