Chicago Sky Dominate Connecticut Sun Behind Stellar Bench Performance

Final Score: Sky 78 - Sun 66

The Chicago Sky showcased their depth in a convincing 78-66 win over the Connecticut Sun. While the Sun started strong, the Sky’s bench, led by Haley Van Lith, turned the tide with a dominant second-half performance.

Key Performances

Haley Van Lith: The 23-year-old guard came off the bench to score a career-high 16 points on an efficient 8-of-6 shooting, adding 5 rebounds and a block. Her energy and precision were pivotal in stretching the Sky’s lead.

Angel Reese: The rookie sensation made history by recording a triple-double (11 points, 13 rebounds, 11 assists), becoming the second-youngest player in WNBA history to achieve this feat. Her all-around game was a masterclass in versatility.

Connecticut’s Struggles: Despite strong efforts from DeWanna Bonner (22 points) and Alyssa Thomas (19 points), the Sun couldn’t match the Sky’s intensity in the final quarter, scoring only 12 points.

Statistical Breakdown

• Sky’s Bench: Outscored the Sun’s bench 28-12, with Van Lith leading the charge.
• Three-Point Shooting: The Sky shot 50% from beyond the arc, compared to the Sun’s 35%.
• Turnovers: The Sun committed 15 turnovers, leading to 18 points for the Sky.

What’s Next?

The Sky will look to build on this momentum as they push for a playoff spot, while the Sun need to address their consistency issues to stay in contention.