On June 7, 2025, the Chicago Sky suffered a crushing 79-52 defeat at home against the Indiana Fever, marking their second blowout loss to the same team this season. The lopsided scoreline exposed deep-rooted issues within the Sky’s roster and organization, prompting a scathing critique from Golden State Warriors star Draymond Green that has sent shockwaves through the basketball world.
In a candid Threads post following the game, Green didn’t hold back, stating, “The Sky play a very bad brand of basketball.” Known for his unfiltered opinions, Green’s harsh words have sparked widespread debate, with fans and analysts divided over his assessment. Yet, given Chicago’s struggles through their first seven games of the 2025 WNBA season, many are finding it hard to disagree.
The Sky’s offensive woes are glaring. Their game plan hinges on second-year forwards Angel Reese and Kamilla Cardoso, both dominant rebounders and defenders. However, their lack of outside shooting clogs the paint, stifling the team’s offensive flow in an era where spacing and three-point shooting reign supreme. Reese, in particular, has struggled to convert inside, posting a dismal 30.9% field goal percentage—ranking 127th in the WNBA. This inefficiency has compounded the team’s spacing issues, making it easier for opponents to collapse on the Sky’s interior-focused attack.
Compounding these challenges is the recent injury to veteran guard Courtney Vandersloot, the Sky’s primary playmaker and facilitator. During the June 7 game, Vandersloot suffered a non-contact knee injury, the severity of which remains unclear. Fears are mounting that she could miss significant time, a devastating blow for a team already struggling to find rhythm. Without Vandersloot’s steady hand, the Sky’s offense could unravel further, leaving Reese and Cardoso to shoulder an even heavier load.
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— lo (@caitscroptop) June 8, 2025
The Sky’s 52-point performance against the Fever underscored their inability to adapt. Their condensed floor spacing, coupled with Reese’s shooting struggles and the potential loss of Vandersloot, paints a grim picture for a team that had high hopes entering the season. Green’s blunt assessment, while controversial, reflects the frustration felt by fans watching Chicago’s lackluster play.
Social media has erupted in response to Green’s comment, with some praising his honesty and others slamming him for targeting a struggling team. Regardless of where fans stand, Green’s reputation for speaking his mind ensures his words carry weight. As the Sky look to regroup and address their mounting challenges, the spotlight on their “very bad brand of basketball” only grows brighter.