Chicago Sky defeat Connecticut Sun 94-88 in WNBA showdown

The Chicago Sky overcame a 14‑point fourth‑quarter deficit to beat the Connecticut Sun 94‑88 at Wintrust Arena in Chicago on July 30, 2026. Chicago’s forward Kamilla Cardoso scored 26 points, 18 of them in the final period, while guard Sydney Taylor contributed 14 points and six assists. Natasha Cloud added 11 points and rookie DiJonai Carrington made her season debut with nine points.

Connecticut’s top scorer was forward Aneesah Morrow with 21 points, and Olivia Nelson‑Ododa recorded a double‑double (16 points, 11 rebounds). The Sun also saw solid contributions from Diamond Miller (14) and Charlisse Leger‑Walker (10). Both teams entered the game hampered by injuries, with the Sun missing Brittney Griner and the Sky missing Skylar Diggins and others. The matchup was broadcast on NBC Sports Boston and streamed via Fubo, and the Sky highlighted a community‑focused fan experience featuring a mental‑health night and giveaways.