WNBA Game Preview: Chicago Sky (7-15) vs. Minnesota Lynx (20-4)

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Key Matchup Storylines

Lynx Dominance at Home
Minnesota enters the game riding a four-game home win streak and boasting a perfect 12-0 record at Target Center. Led by MVP candidate Napheesa Collier, the Lynx are averaging 83.8 points per game over their last 10 outings while holding opponents to just 74.3 PPG.

Sky Searching for Consistency
Chicago has struggled against top-tier teams, going 1-11 against opponents over .500. Despite recent flashes of brilliance from Angel Reese and Kamilla Cardoso, the Sky are coming off a lopsided 86-49 loss to Atlanta and will need a complete turnaround to challenge Minnesota.

Season Series Update
This will be the fourth meeting between the teams this season. The Lynx won the most recent matchup 91-78 on July 15, with Collier dropping 29 points and Reese securing her ninth straight double-double.

Team Stats Comparison

CategoryChicago SkyMinnesota Lynx
Record7-1520-4
Points Per Game (PPG)77.183.8
Field Goal %42.1%45.8%
Rebounds Per Game38.534.1
Assists Per Game19.124.2
Top ScorerAngel Reese (14.0 PPG)Napheesa Collier (23.2 PPG)
Key InjuriesCourtney Vandersloot (Out)Karlie Samuelson (Out)

Players to Watch

Napheesa Collier (Lynx) – Averaging 23.2 PPG, 7.6 RPG, and 1.6 steals, Collier is a two-way force and the heartbeat of Minnesota’s success.

Courtney Williams (Lynx) – Her all-around play (15.8 PPG, 6.2 RPG, 6.0 APG) adds depth and leadership to the Lynx backcourt.

Angel Reese (Sky) – With a league-leading 12.6 RPG and a streak of double-doubles, Reese is Chicago’s most consistent performer.

Ariel Atkins (Sky) – A scoring spark, Atkins dropped 27 points in the Sky’s upset win over Minnesota earlier this month.

GAME ODDS

Chicago Sky                        159.5

Minnesota Lynx                – 15.5

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Monday, July 21, 2025

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