Venue: Wintrust Arena — Chicago, Illinois
Tip-Off: 11:00 AM CT
Broadcast: ESPN+, Bally Sports North, Marquee Sports Network
Two teams with identical records meet in a matchup that already feels like an early-season tone-setter. Minnesota brings one of the league’s most balanced starting units, while Chicago continues to lean on its revamped backcourt and interior athleticism. Both teams are coming off strong defensive performances, setting the stage for a physical, possession-by-possession battle.
Venue Context — Wintrust Arena
Wintrust Arena is one of the WNBA’s more neutral venues in terms of pace and scoring environment.
- Capacity: ~10,300
- Home-Court Edge: Chicago is 2–0 at home this season
- Style Impact: Teams with strong guard play tend to thrive here due to the tight sightlines and fast floor.
Injury Report
Minnesota Lynx
- Napheesa Collier — Active
- Kayla McBride — Active
- Diamond Miller — OUT (knee sprain)
- Alanna Smith — Day-to-day (ankle)
- Dorka Juhász — Active
Chicago Sky
- Marina Mabrey — Active
- Angel Reese — Active
- Elizabeth Williams — OUT (shoulder)
- Dana Evans — Day-to-day (hamstring)
- Chennedy Carter — Active
Team Records & Recent Form
Minnesota Lynx (3–2)
- Last 5: 3–2
- Trend: Defense trending upward, offense inconsistent
- Strength: Elite half-court defense, rebounding
- Weakness: Secondary scoring without Miller
Chicago Sky (3–2)
- Last 5: 3–2
- Trend: Offense improving, strong interior play
- Strength: Paint scoring, offensive rebounding
- Weakness: Turnovers, perimeter shooting streakiness
Key Player Matchups
1. Napheesa Collier (MIN) vs. Angel Reese (CHI)
- Collier is averaging 20+ PPG and remains Minnesota’s engine.
- Reese is a relentless rebounder and improving defender. Edge: Minnesota — Collier’s versatility gives her the advantage.
2. Kayla McBride (MIN) vs. Marina Mabrey (CHI)
- McBride’s shooting is critical with Miller out.
- Mabrey is Chicago’s best perimeter creator. Edge: Even — Both can swing the game with shot-making.
3. Dorka Juhász (MIN) vs. Kamilla Cardoso (CHI)
(Assuming Cardoso is active and playing regular minutes)
- Juhász stretches the floor; Cardoso dominates the paint. Edge: Chicago — Cardoso’s size is a major factor.
4. Chennedy Carter (CHI) vs. Lynx Bench Guards
- Carter’s scoring punch off the bench is vital.
- Minnesota’s second unit struggles to match high-usage guards. Edge: Chicago
Series History
- 2025 Season: Lynx won season series 2–1
- Last 10 Meetings: Minnesota leads 6–4
- At Wintrust Arena: Chicago leads 5–4 over last nine
- Trend: Games between these teams are typically close — 7 of the last 10 decided by single digits.
Betting Trends
Minnesota Lynx
- Under is 4–1 in their last 5 games
- Lynx are 5–2 ATS in their last 7 road games
- Collier has scored 18+ in 4 of 5 games
Chicago Sky
- Sky are 4–1 ATS in their last 5
- Over is 3–1 in their last 4 home games
- Reese double-doubles in 3 of last 4
GAME ODDS
Minnesota Lynx 160
Chicago Sky – 2.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, May 22, 2026
