The Chicago Sky are set to face off against the Seattle Storm on Thursday at 7:30 p.m. CDT in a matchup that highlights two teams with distinctly different trajectories this season. Chicago, currently sitting at 7-16, is hoping to break a three-game losing streak, while Seattle comes in with a record of 14-10.
The Sky have struggled at home with a record of 4-6, but they do rank second in the Eastern Conference for rebounding, averaging 36.6 rebounds per game. Angel Reese has been a standout player for Chicago, leading the team with an impressive 12.5 rebounds per game, along with her scoring average of 13.8 points.
Conversely, the Storm have a slightly better road record of 6-5. They are currently ranked seventh in the Western Conference and are averaging 7.0 offensive rebounds per game, with Ezi Magbegor contributing 2.3 of those. Seattle scores an average of 80.2 points per game, though they face a challenge, as Chicago’s defense allows an average of 86.5 points per game.
In their last ten games, the Sky have averaged 79.0 points and have maintained a solid rebounding presence, while the Storm have found themselves averaging just 76.0 points.
Unfortunately for both teams, injuries have taken a toll. Chicago will be without Courtney Vandersloot for the remainder of the season due to an ACL injury, while the Storm will miss Katie Lou Samuelson due to a knee injury.
The matchup is significant as it marks the first meeting of the season between these two teams, setting the stage for a thrilling contest as both vie for a much-needed victory. With key players like Reese and Ogwumike leading their respective teams, fans can expect an intense showdown on the court.
While both teams have faced difficulties, this game presents an opportunity for either side to turn their fortunes around and make a push in the remainder of the season.