The Chicago Sky suffered a crushing 79-52 defeat at home against the Indiana Fever on June 7, marking their second blowout loss to the Fever this season. The lopsided scoreline exposed deep-rooted issues within the Sky’s roster and organization, raising concerns about their ability to compete in the WNBA’s modern, shooting-heavy landscape.
At the heart of Chicago’s offense are second-year forwards Angel Reese and Kamilla Cardoso, both dominant on the boards and defensively. However, their lack of shooting ability creates a condensed floor, stifling the Sky’s offensive flow. Reese, in particular, has struggled mightily, converting just 30.9% of her field goals—ranking 127th in the WNBA. This inefficiency in the paint has only amplified the team’s struggles.
Compounding these woes, veteran guard Courtney Vandersloot, the Sky’s primary ball-handler and facilitator, suffered a non-contact knee injury during the game. While the extent of the injury remains unclear, fears are growing that Vandersloot could miss significant time, further hampering an already faltering squad.
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— lo (@caitscroptop) June 8, 2025
Golden State Warriors star Draymond Green didn’t shy away from calling out Chicago’s poor performance. In a blunt June 7 Threads post, Green wrote, “The Sky play a very bad brand of basketball.” Known for his unfiltered opinions, Green’s scathing critique resonates with many fans, as the Sky’s 2025 season—seven games in—has been nothing short of disappointing.
With offensive limitations, key injuries, and a lack of cohesion, the Chicago Sky face an uphill battle to turn their season around. Green’s viral jab may just be the wake-up call they need—or a harsh spotlight on a team in turmoil.