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
| Fixture | Chicago Sky @ Minnesota Lynx |
| Date | Sunday, July 6, 2025 |
| Time | 7:00 PM ET |
| Venue | Target Center, Minneapolis, MN |
| Broadcast | WNBA League Pass |
| Records | Sky: 5–11 (11th), Lynx: 16–2 (1st) |
Team Form & Recent Results
| Team | Last 5 Games | Notable Result |
| Chicago Sky | W–L–W–L–L | 92–85 win vs Sparks (June 29) |
| Minnesota Lynx | W–W–L–W–W | 92–75 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
| Category | Edge |
| Scoring | Lynx – 85.7 PPG (2nd) vs Sky – 78.8 PPG (12th) |
| Defense | Lynx – 74.2 PAPG (1st) vs Sky – 87.8 PAPG (12th) |
| Shooting | Lynx – 46.7% FG, 36.2% 3PT (1st) |
| Rebounding | Slight edge to Sky (Reese), but Lynx dominate team boards |
| Depth | Lynx – 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 Probability | Lynx 88.7% / Sky 11.3% |
Advanced Stats Snapshot
| Stat Category | Sky | Lynx |
| Offensive Rating | 11th | 1st |
| Defensive Rating | 12th | 1st |
| FG% | 42.3% | 46.7% |
| 3PT% | 32.2% | 36.2% |
| Turnovers | 15.8 | 12.1 |
GAME ODDS
Chicago Sky 160
Minnesota Lynx – 14.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Saturday, July 5, 2025
