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Courtney Vandersloot reaches 3,000 assists milestone in Sky loss to Sun

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 1:47 AM

Last updated Aug 26, 2026

Courtney Vandersloot reaches 3,000 assists milestone in Sky loss to Sun

Summary

Courtney Vandersloot became only the second player in WNBA history to achieve 3,000 career assists during a game on August 25, 2026. She reached the milestone in an 87-81 road loss to the Connecticut Sun. Vandersloot, who missed most of the 2025 season recovering from an ACL injury, now trails only Sue Bird on the all-time assists list. With the Chicago Sky currently out of playoff contention at 15-24, Vandersloot's pursuit of Bird's record offers a bright spot for the franchise. The Sky are expected to continue focusing on team play as the season progresses.

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By the Numbers

•Vandersloot recorded her 3,000th assist in the game against Sun.
•She is the second player ever to reach this milestone, joining Sue Bird.
•The Sky's current record is 15-24 as they face playoff elimination.
•Vandersloot's assist total marks a significant comeback after a severe injury.
•Chicago continues to prioritize team performance as the season ends.

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1:47 AMYahoo Sports — Sky news: Courtney Vandersloot hits incredible 3,000-assist milestone during loss to Sun

What they're saying

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Courtney Vandersloot etched her name deeper into the WNBA record books on Tuesday night, becoming just the second player in league history to reach 3,000 career assists. The Chicago Sky legend hit the milestone during an 87-81 road loss to the Connecticut Sun, but the setback did little to diminish the historic nature of the achievement. With the […] The post Sky news: Courtney Vandersloot hits incredible 3,000-assist milestone during loss to Sun appeared first on ClutchPoints.
— Yahoo Sports

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