The Seattle Storm travel to Wintrust Arena on Tuesday night to face the Chicago Sky in a cross-conference matchup with very different stakes. Seattle enters as a sizable 10.5-point favorite, continuing to build momentum as one of the league’s best defensive teams. Chicago, meanwhile, has been up and down, struggling to find scoring consistency outside of Kahleah Copper. For the Sky to pull off the upset, they’ll need to control tempo, rebound aggressively, and find scoring balance from their guards.
Position-by-Position Breakdown
Point Guard – Skylar Diggins-Smith controls the floor for Seattle, mixing veteran playmaking with scoring bursts when needed. Dana Evans gives Chicago speed and aggressiveness, though her size can be a defensive liability against bigger guards.
Shooting Guard – Jewell Loyd remains the Storm’s offensive engine, one of the league’s most dangerous scorers who thrives in isolation and crunch-time possessions. Marina Mabrey will be tasked with keeping pace for Chicago, needing her perimeter shot to fall to stretch Seattle’s defense.
Small Forward – Gabby Williams provides Seattle defensive versatility and transition scoring. Kahleah Copper is the Sky’s centerpiece, a relentless slasher who must carry much of the scoring load to keep Chicago competitive.
Power Forward – Ezi Magbegor brings elite rim protection and mobility for Seattle, making her one of the toughest defensive forwards in the league. Isabelle Harrison will try to match her energy and rebounding for the Sky, though the edge lies with Magbegor’s all-around impact.
Center – Mercedes Russell anchors the middle for the Storm, providing toughness and rebounding. Elizabeth Williams fills that role for Chicago, with her shot-blocking being one of the few ways the Sky can challenge Seattle in the paint.
Game Outlook
Seattle’s balance, depth, and defense give them a significant edge against a Sky team that has struggled with efficiency. Expect the Storm to push the pace selectively, relying on Loyd’s scoring and Diggins-Smith’s leadership to create separation early. Chicago will lean on Copper to keep them in the game, but unless their supporting cast can step up offensively, the Storm’s depth should allow them to pull away comfortably.
Best Bets
- Seattle Storm -10.5 – Seattle’s defense and balanced scoring should allow them to cover on the road.
- Under 157.5 Total Points – Chicago has difficulty scoring consistently, and Seattle’s defense should keep this game lower scoring.
- Jewell Loyd Over Points – Expect Loyd to continue her high-usage role against a vulnerable Sky defense.
Final Score Prediction
Seattle Storm 82 – Chicago Sky 68
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