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WNBA Game Preview: Chicago Sky (5-11) vs. Minnesota Lynx (16-2)

The first-place Minnesota Lynx continue their dominant season as they host the Chicago Sky, a team still searching for consistency amid injuries and roster adjustments. With Minnesota riding high atop the WNBA standings and Chicago trying to claw its way back into playoff contention, this inter-conference clash is a classic case of firepower versus grit.

Game Details

FixtureChicago Sky @ Minnesota Lynx
DateSunday, July 6, 2025
Time7:00 PM ET
VenueTarget Center, Minneapolis, MN
BroadcastWNBA League Pass
RecordsSky: 5–11 (11th), Lynx: 16–2 (1st)

Team Form & Recent Results

TeamLast 5 GamesNotable Result
Chicago SkyW–L–W–L–L92–85 win vs Sparks (June 29)
Minnesota LynxW–W–L–W–W92–75 win vs Mystics (July 3)

Chicago has won 2 of its last 5 but remains inconsistent, especially on the road (3–7).

Minnesota has won 4 of its last 5 and is undefeated at home (9–0).

Key Players to Watch

Chicago Sky

Ariel Atkins: 14.6 PPG – team’s leading scorer and perimeter defender

Angel Reese: 12.4 PPG, 12.6 RPG, 3.8 APG – double-double machine and team leader in rebounds and assists

Elizabeth Williams: 0.8 BPG – rim protector and interior anchor

Note: Kamilia Cardoso (12.7 PPG) is out while playing for Brazil in the FIBA AmeriCup, weakening Chicago’s frontcourt.

Minnesota Lynx

Napheesa Collier: 24.6 PPG, 8.2 RPG – MVP frontrunner and two-way force

Kayla McBride: 15.4 PPG – elite shooter and secondary scorer

Courtney Williams: 6.1 APG – floor general and tempo controller

Alanna Smith: 2.5 BPG – defensive anchor in the paint

Tactical Breakdown

CategoryEdge
ScoringLynx – 85.7 PPG (2nd) vs Sky – 78.8 PPG (12th)
DefenseLynx – 74.2 PAPG (1st) vs Sky – 87.8 PAPG (12th)
ShootingLynx – 46.7% FG, 36.2% 3PT (1st)
ReboundingSlight edge to Sky (Reese), but Lynx dominate team boards
DepthLynx – 4 players averaging double figures

Minnesota’s elite offense and suffocating defense make them a nightmare matchup for a Chicago team missing key contributors. Expect the Lynx to exploit the Sky’s interior with Collier and Smith, especially with Cardoso out.

Win ProbabilityLynx 88.7% / Sky 11.3%

Advanced Stats Snapshot

Stat CategorySkyLynx
Offensive Rating11th1st
Defensive Rating12th1st
FG%42.3%46.7%
3PT%32.2%36.2%
Turnovers15.812.1

GAME ODDS

Chicago Sky                        160

Minnesota Lynx                – 14.5

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Saturday, July 5, 2025

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