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NewsChicago Sun-TimesJuly 18, 2026Illinois

Chicago Sky Update: Player Injuries, Facility Delays, and Performance Milestones

The Chicago Sky basketball team is managing several player injuries while navigating delays in the opening of their new practice facility. Despite these challenges, individual players are reaching career milestones and setting potential league records.

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Why It Matters

The team's inability to move into the Bedford Park practice facility this season means they will continue to use Wintrust Arena for the remainder of the year, impacting team operations and resource availability.

Key Facts

  • The Chicago Sky will not move into their new Bedford Park practice facility this season.
  • The team will continue to practice at Wintrust Arena for the remainder of the season.
  • The new facility is now expected to be ready for the offseason.
  • Skylar Diggins is out indefinitely due to residual discomfort from October knee surgery.
  • Elizabeth Williams reached 508 career blocks, placing her in the top 10 of WNBA history.
  • Sydney Taylor is averaging 13 points per game, a potential record for an undrafted rookie.
  • Kamilla Cardoso returned to the lineup with 13 points and 11 rebounds after missing one game due to knee soreness.
  • The team has failed to meet previous projected timelines for the new facility opening.

Who's Mentioned

personA’ja Wilson“Aces player currently ranked eighth in career blocks.”personSydney Taylor“Rookie guard averaging 13 points per game.”personSkylar Diggins“Point guard currently out due to knee discomfort following October surgery.”personTyler Marsh“Head coach of the Chicago Sky.”locationWintrust Arena“Current practice location for the team.”locationBedford Park“Location of the team's new practice facility.”personCandace Parker“Former player with 619 career blocks.”personKamilla Cardoso“Center who returned to the lineup after knee soreness.”personElizabeth Williams“Center who reached 508 career blocks.”