Skylar Diggins scores 24 as Sky defeat Sun 85-80 to end losing streak
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Last updated Jun 6, 2026
Skylar Diggins led the Chicago Sky to an 85-80 victory over the Connecticut Sun on June 6, ending a five-game losing streak. Diggins scored 18 of her 24 points in the first half. Elizabeth Williams contributed two crucial baskets late in the game, including a key hook shot to secure the lead in the final seconds. The Sky improved to a record of 4-6, while the Sun dropped to 2-10, struggling with a 1-7 record on the road this season. Chicago will face Toronto in their next game, while Connecticut returns home to play New York.
- •Chicago ends a five-game losing streak with the win.
- •Diggins scored 18 points in the first half.
- •Elizabeth Williams had key baskets in the final minute.
- •Chicago improves to 4-6; Connecticut falls to 2-10.
- •Next, Chicago plays Toronto, while Connecticut faces New York.
- 4:54 AMYahoo Sports — Skylar Diggins scores 24 and the Sky beat the Sun to end a 5-game losing streak.
- 2:01 AMYahoo Sports — Skylar Diggins scores 24 and the Sky beat the Sun 85-80 to end a 5-game losing streak.
"Skylar Diggins scored 18 of her 24 points in the first half, Elizabeth Williams made two key baskets in the final minute, and the Chicago Sky beat the Connecticut Sun 85-80 on Friday night to end a five-game losing streak. Diggins completed a three-point play with 1:20 remaining to extend Chicago’s lead to 80-77. Williams put Chicago ahead 82-79 with 48.9 seconds left on a basket in the lane and she added a hook shot at 14.5 for a five-point lead.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 6, 2026, 4:54 AMSkylar Diggins scores 24 and the Sky beat the Sun to end a 5-game losing streak.
- Yahoo SportsJun 6, 2026, 2:01 AMSkylar Diggins scores 24 and the Sky beat the Sun 85-80 to end a 5-game losing streak.
Skylar Diggins scored 18 of her 24 points in the first half, Elizabeth Williams made two key baskets in the final minute, and the Chicago Sky beat the Connecticut Sun 85-80 on Friday night to end a five-game losing streak. Diggins completed a three-point play with 1:20 remaining to extend Chicago’s lead to 80-77. Williams put Chicago ahead 82-79 with 48.9 seconds left on a basket in the lane and she added a hook shot at 14.5 for a five-point lead.
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