The Chicago Sky ended a challenging start to their 2025 WNBA season on Thursday night by defeating the Dallas Wings 97-92 at Wintrust Arena in Chicago. This victory ended the Sky’s four-game losing streak, with Kamilla Cardoso leading the charge by scoring a career-high 23 points against Dallas Wings.
Alongside Cardoso’s standout performance, veteran point guard Courtney Vandersloot delivered an impressive all-around contribution, posting 13 points, nine rebounds, and five steals. Vandersloot also reached a major milestone, becoming the Chicago Sky’s all-time leading scorer with 3,728 points, breaking the franchise record during the game against Dallas.
Strong Collaboration Drives Chicago’s Win Over Dallas
The connection between Cardoso and Vandersloot played a critical role in the Sky’s victory. Cardoso achieved 9-for-13 shooting from the field, marking her highest shooting percentage of the season at 69.2%. This effective teamwork was evident on both ends of the court and helped Chicago secure the win at Wintrust Arena.
Following the game, Cardoso praised Vandersloot’s skills and leadership, highlighting the veteran’s impact on her own game and the team’s dynamics.
She’s an amazing point guard, so she’s gonna find you wherever you are if you are open,
Cardoso said.
I feel like the connection’s been going on … It’s amazing to have her here and play with her because she’s a vet and she’s always helping me and telling me to turn the page and keep going and stay confident in myself.
—Kamilla Cardoso, Forward
Current Standings and Upcoming Challenges for Chicago Sky
The Sky now hold a 1-4 record, placing them fifth in the Eastern Conference standings. This win puts Chicago one game ahead of the winless Connecticut Sun (0-5), although they remain one game behind the Indiana Fever, who currently have a 2-3 record.
Looking ahead, Chicago will travel to Dallas on Saturday for their next matchup against the Wings. This marks a rare back-to-back meeting between the two teams so early in the season as Chicago seeks to build on its momentum and improve its position in the conference.