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Sky to Face Golden State Without Cardoso and Vandersloot

Chicago must lean on Angel Reese after Kamilla Cardoso departed for the AmeriCup following Courtney Vandersloot’s season-ending ACL tear.

Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese (5).  Dale Zanine-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Kamilla Cardoso has joined Brazil’s roster for the 2025 FIBA Women’s AmeriCup and will miss up to three games starting with Friday’s matchup at the Chase Center.
  • Courtney Vandersloot is out for the season after suffering an ACL tear in practice, leaving the Sky without their veteran floor leader.
  • Angel Reese posted 18 points, 17 rebounds, six assists and four steals in Chicago’s 97-86 win over the Sparks and is poised to carry a heavier load.
  • Elizabeth Williams is slated to replace Cardoso in the starting lineup as the Sky adjust their rotation against the Golden State Valkyries.
  • Golden State has also been impacted by players leaving for EuroBasket and AmeriCup duties but holds a 5-3 home record heading into Friday’s game.