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Sky’s Playoff Hopes Fade as Angel Reese Is Ruled Out for Phoenix Rematch

Sidelined by a season-high injury list, the 7-20 Sky will be missing their record-breaking forward for Sunday’s home clash against Phoenix

Angel Reese #5 of the Chicago Sky dribbles the ball against Kitija Laksa #9 of the Phoenix Mercury during the second quarter at Wintrust Arena on June 21, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois.
Aug 3, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Phoenix Mercury guard Kahleah Copper (2) brings the ball up court against Chicago Sky guard Kia Nurse (11) during the first half at Wintrust Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images
Aug 1, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Injured Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese (C) looks on from the bench during the first half of a WNBA game against the Golden State Valkyries at Wintrust Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images
Aug 3, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Phoenix Mercury forward Alyssa Thomas (25) brings the ball up court against Chicago Sky guard Rebecca Allen (9) during the first half at Wintrust Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Angel Reese has been ruled out of Sunday’s game with a lingering back injury, marking her fourth absence in five contests this season.
  • The Sky’s seven-game losing streak has dropped their record to 7-20 and left their postseason prospects in jeopardy.
  • Courtney Vandersloot (ACL), Ariel Atkins (leg) and Hailey Van Lith (ankle) remain sidelined, forcing coach Tyler Marsh to lean on role players such as Kamilla Cardoso.
  • Phoenix’s Alyssa Thomas posted a triple-double and Kahleah Copper scored 25 points to power an 83-67 win over a depleted Chicago roster on Sunday.
  • Reese became the fastest player in WNBA history to reach 500 points and 500 rebounds this year, fueling debate over whether she should sit out to protect her health.