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Sky vs. Liberty: Taylor Leads Charge in WNBA Showdown
18 Jun
Summary
- Chicago Sky host New York Liberty on Wednesday, June 17, 2026.
- Several key players are out due to injuries for both teams.
- Sydney Taylor leads the Sky after a 30-point performance.
On Wednesday, June 17, 2026, the Chicago Sky (4-9) are set to host the New York Liberty (10-4) at Wintrust Arena. Tip-off is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET, with the game broadcast on USA, FOX5 New York, and The U. Sydney Taylor of the Sky is coming off a 30-point performance in their previous outing.
Both teams are dealing with notable injuries. The Liberty list Betnijah Laney as questionable with a knee issue. For the Sky, Rickea Jackson is out for the season with a knee injury, DiJonai Carrington is out with a foot injury, and Courtney Vandersloot is also sidelined due to a knee injury.
The game presents a close statistical battle, with the Liberty averaging 88.4 points per game compared to the Sky's defense allowing 87.8. The Sky's offense scores 82.2 points per game, slightly more than the 81.4 points the Liberty allow. Key players for the Liberty include Breanna Stewart, averaging 19.9 points, 2.6 assists, and 9.0 rebounds, and Skylar Diggins, who contributes 15.2 points, 4.3 assists, and 3.6 boards.
