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Chicago Sky End Eight-Game Skid Without Angel Reese Ahead of Trade Deadline

Chicago enters trade deadline weekend looking to bolster depth around its injured forward.

Overview

  • Angel Reese has missed five of six games with a lingering back injury and remains listed day-to-day with no clear return timetable.
  • On August 6, the Sky snapped a 21-day winless stretch without Reese by defeating the Washington Mystics 78-64, ending their eight-game losing skid.
  • Veterans Elizabeth Williams and Kamilla Cardoso stepped up in Reese’s absence, combining for 34 points and 23 rebounds against Washington.
  • With a 7-21 record and postseason hopes out of reach, Chicago is weighing roster adjustments ahead of Thursday’s trade deadline.
  • Despite team struggles, Reese is still averaging 14.2 points per game and leads the WNBA with 12.6 rebounds, underscoring her impact when healthy.