Alright, alright, settle down now. Let's talk about this Dallas Wings versus Chicago Sky matchup. When we take a gander at top players, it's clear both teams are unmistakably stacked with talent. For the Dallas Wings, you've got Paige Bueckers racking up an impressive scoreline with a head-turning 20.6 points per game, 3.9 rebounds per game and 4.8 assists per game in the last month alone. Add Arike Ogunbowale and DiJonai Carrington to the mix and the Wings have quite the powerhouse.
Chicago Sky is no slouch either. You've got Angel Reese's stats looking hotter than a habanero with a 13.2 point per game average this season, and 13.3 rebounds to boot. Kamilla Cardoso and Ariel Atkins aren't far behind making a formidable lineup for the Sky.
A walk down memory lane reminds us that the Chicago Sky consistently handled the Wings in past matchups. The Sky nabbed victories in all 5 previous matchups.
That being said, both teams have had a bumpy ride this season: Dallas Wings with 6 wins, 14 losses, and Chicago Sky with 5 wins, 13 losses. But if we're circling the wagons, recent results seem to favor the Wings who took 3 of their last 5, as opposed to Sky who are barely breaking even with just 2 wins in the same timeframe.
Finally, let's talk standings, because who doesn't love a perfectly ordered list? The Dallas Wings stand tall at #11 in the WNBA, while the Chicago Sky loom behind them at #12.
This game is shaping up to be as exciting as a budget review. Given the track record and stats, Albert's Prediction: Dallas Wings by 3.