The Chicago Sky’s (12-20) woes continue as they lost their fifth-consecutive game.
They fell at home 79-73 to the Connecticut Sun (22-10), who clinched a playoff berth with the victory. For Chicago, this loss puts them behind the Los Angeles Sparks (12-18) for the eighth and final seed in the playoffs.
Even though the Sky fought valiantly throughout the game, were even with the Sun in most statistical categories and had some great individual performances, there were notable shortcomings that led them down the path of defeat.
Kahleah Copper led Chicago with 15 points, while Elizabeth Williams had 14, Courtney Williams and Marina Mabrey each contributed 11, and Dana Evans chipped in seven.
Three positives for Chicago
Strong showing on defense
Chicago’s pressure-packed defense effectively contained Connecticut’s offense. The Sky forced the Sun into a handful of shot clock violations and totaled four steals. On the boards, Alanna Smith led the way with eight total rebounds, including five on the defensive end.
Copper said afterwards that, while the defense was good, she noticed some areas that needed to be cleaned up:
I think down the stretch we have to put a little more emphasis on securing rebounds. Imagine working hard, really hard, then you give up an O board and…
