Since their improbable run to the WNBA title in 2021, the Chicago Sky have been a staple in the league. They have been a consistent presence in the postseason since 2019 and have proven themselves to be a team that has found a way to overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles, from changes to the coaching staff to roster changes to injuries and more. As they begin the 2024 season, the Sky are about to embark on what undoubtedly will be a season of excitement and anticipation. But also expect a fair amount of adversity.
The Sky split their preseason games against the Minnesota Lynx and the New York Liberty. After losing to the Lynx 92-81 on May 3, they won on May 8 against the Liberty by a whopping 101-53.
As the regular season is about to begin, here are reasons to be both optimistic and hesitant about the Sky.
What to look forward to in the Windy City
The coaching of Teresa Weatherspoon
As a legend of the game, Weatherspoon brings a depth of knowledge and experience to the Sky sideline.
Since 2007 with the Westchester Phantoms of the American Basketball Association, she has honed her coaching and player development expertise. She led her alma mater, Louisiana Tech, to back-to-back NCAA Tournament appearances in 2010 and 2011, a Western Athletic Conference…
