Dallas Wings and Chicago Sky experience contrasting starts in WNBA season

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Last updated Jul 12, 2026

Dallas Wings and Chicago Sky experience contrasting starts in WNBA season
Summary

The Dallas Wings and Chicago Sky compete in the WNBA on May 20, 2026, with the Wings winning 99-89. After both teams finished at the bottom of last season's standings, their offseasons led to contrasting results. The Wings started the season 2-2 before their win against Chicago, while the Sky began 3-1 but have since struggled with a significant injury to key player Rickea Jackson. Recent changes in Chicago's roster, including the return of Courtney Vandersloot, have not stabilized their performance, leading to a six-game losing streak.

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  • Dallas wins against Chicago 99-89 on May 20, 2026.
  • Wings improve to 15-8 overall and 4th in WNBA standings.
  • Sky struggles continue with a six-game losing streak.
  • Rickea Jackson's ACL injury impacts Sky's performance.
  • Skylar Diggins is sidelined with a knee injury.
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After both finished last season at the bottom of the standings, the Wings and Sky are on different trajectories in 2026.

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