Just when it seemed like things were over, the Chicago Sky (15-21) were given a lifeline that has, at least for now, kept their hopes for a spot in the playoffs alive. They have won three out of their last four games, with their most recent being the most significant of them all.
On Tuesday, in what was a back-and-forth battle with the Los Angeles Sparks, Chicago managed to eke by with a 76-75 victory, giving the Sky a 3-1 series win over the Sparks this season.
A team effort in LA
Kahleah Copper did what she does best once again, carrying the team on her shoulders and leading by example. She finished the game with 22 points, seven rebounds and three assists, while shooting 10-for-22 from the field.
She simply played with the tenacious drive that has come to define her.
Morgan Bertsch, filling in for the injured Alanna Smith, shot the highest percentage from the field at 55.6 percent. She also was 66.7 percent from the 3-point line to finish with 12 points. Shooting 40 percent from downtown, Marina Mabrey finished with 14 points and excelled at playmaking with six assists.
The dynamic Williams tandem was on full display. Elizabeth Williams was solid in the paint and finished with eight points, five blocks and nine rebounds. Courtney added seven points, a team-high…
