Chicago, meanwhile, is looking to rebound from a difficult season, sitting near the bottom of the conference with a 7–14 record. Despite the struggles, the Sky have shown growth recently, powered by standout Angel Reese, who is averaging 14.0 points, 12.6 rebounds, and 3.8 assists per game, a double-double machine leading the team on the glass.

With patience and persistence, the Chicago Sky managed to hold off one of the best teams in the league and make a huge statement in the process.

Recently, Reese spoke on Lynx star and WNBA MVP hopeful Napheesa Collier, whom she will match up against on Monday night after they previously played on Saturday, and how she has helped her to improve her game.

The Chicago Sky are back in the hunt for a playoff spot, but still need a big backcourt upgrade to get it done.

Chicago kept things close in the first half and even held a lead at halftime, 46-44, thanks to Angel Reese and Rachel Banham who combined for 21 points during that span. However, the team appeared to lose its edge in the second half, failing to reach the 20-point mark in either the third and fourth quarter as the Lynx pulled away for good.

Chicago Sky guard Ariel Atkins announced Monday she will no longer compete in the Unrivaled 3-on-3 league, which had its debut season this year, in the league's 2026 season and will instead play for Athletes Unlimited, marking a WNBA midseason switch.

Angel Reese was named the cover athlete for the NBA 2K26 WNBA Edition. To make the feat more special, Reese debuted her signature shoe on the cover.