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Sky Lose Third Straight as Howard Ties WNBA Three-Point Record

Coach Tyler Marsh is reworking rotations to help his squad overcome life without injured point guard Courtney Vandersloot

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Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese (5) tries to pass defended by Atlanta Dream guard Rhyne Howard (10).
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Overview

  • Chicago held a 39-38 lead at halftime but was outscored 50-31 in the second half en route to an 88-70 loss in College Park, Georgia.
  • Rhyne Howard scored 36 points and hit nine three-pointers to tie the WNBA single-game record and spark the Dream’s decisive run.
  • Without veteran point guard Courtney Vandersloot, the Sky have struggled with cohesion and rank last in third-quarter scoring this season.
  • First-year coach Tyler Marsh is evaluating his system and adjusting player rotations to improve consistency across all four quarters.
  • The Sky dropped to 2-7 on the season and will face the Connecticut Sun on Sunday seeking to snap their losing streak.