Chicago Sky Defeat Los Angeles Sparks in Thrilling Game 3
Sky Take 2-1 Series Lead
Intense Battle Goes Down to the Wire
The Chicago Sky and Los Angeles Sparks faced off in a pivotal Game 3 of their WNBA semifinals series on Tuesday night. The Sky emerged victorious with an 86-80 win, taking a 2-1 lead in the best-of-five series.
The game was a back-and-forth affair throughout, with neither team able to build a significant lead. The Sparks led by as many as eight points in the first half, but the Sky chipped away and took a one-point lead into halftime.
The second half was just as competitive, with the teams trading baskets for much of the way. The Sparks regained the lead late in the fourth quarter, but the Sky answered with a 7-0 run to take the lead for good.
Candace Parker led the way for the Sky with 24 points and 13 rebounds. Kahleah Copper added 20 points and Courtney Vandersloot had 16 points and 10 assists.
Nneka Ogwumike led the Sparks with 26 points and 11 rebounds. Brittney Sykes added 18 points and Kristi Toliver had 15 points.
The Sky will have a chance to close out the series in Game 4 on Thursday night in Chicago.
Key Stats
- The Sky shot 46.7% from the field, while the Sparks shot 41.7%.
- The Sky outrebounded the Sparks 37-33.
- The Sky had 20 assists, while the Sparks had 15.
- The Sky forced the Sparks into 15 turnovers.
Player of the Game
Candace Parker was named the player of the game for her dominant performance on both ends of the court. She finished with 24 points, 13 rebounds, and 4 assists.
What's Next?
The Sky and Sparks will face off in Game 4 of their WNBA semifinals series on Thursday night in Chicago. The Sky will be looking to close out the series and advance to the WNBA Finals, while the Sparks will be looking to force a Game 5.
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