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Atkins Returns as Sky Brace for Mystics’ Season-Sweep Bid

Chicago turns to Atkins’ comeback to end its eight-game skid ahead of Washington’s bid for a season sweep

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Jul 12, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Sky guard Ariel Atkins (7) drives to the basket against Minnesota Lynx guard Kayla McBride (21) during the second half of a WNBA game at Wintrust Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images

Overview

  • The Sky host the Mystics tonight at Wintrust Arena in Chicago, tipping off at 8 p.m. ET in a matchup that could seal a four-game season series sweep for Washington.
  • Chicago has dropped eight straight games and stands at 7–21, relying on a league-leading 36.4 rebounds per game to offset its offensive struggles.
  • After back-to-back losses, the Mystics sit 13–15 overall and 7–6 in the Eastern Conference as they push to solidify their playoff positioning.
  • Ariel Atkins is set to return after missing seven games with a leg injury, while Courtney Vandersloot remains out for the season and Angel Reese is sidelined by a back issue.
  • In the last meeting on July 29, Mystics rookies Sonia Citron and Kiki Iriafen scored career highs in a 103–86 victory, highlighting their impact on Washington’s late-season surge.