WNBA: Sky Defeat Fever in High-Scoring Thriller
Angel Reese Shines with Career-High Performance
Indiana, June 23, 2024
In a thrilling WNBA matchup, the Chicago Sky emerged victorious over the Indiana Fever with a nail-biting 88-87 victory on ESPN. Angel Reese led the charge for the Sky, putting up a career-high 25 points and grabbing 16 rebounds.
The first quarter set the tone for a high-scoring affair, with both teams trading baskets. However, the Sky managed to pull ahead slightly, ending the quarter with a 25-20 lead.
The second quarter saw the Fever mount a comeback, outscoring the Sky 26-22. Indiana's Aaliyah Boston contributed heavily, scoring 12 points in the quarter.
Reese continued to dominate in the third quarter, scoring 10 points to help the Sky regain a slight advantage. The Sky held on to a 66-63 lead heading into the final period.
The fourth quarter was a tense battle, with both teams fighting for the win. In a crucial moment, Reese hit a go-ahead jumper with just over two minutes remaining. The Fever had a chance to tie the game but missed a free throw, allowing the Sky to secure the narrow victory.
The victory was a significant one for the Sky, who have now won three games in a row. Reese's impressive performance has solidified her status as one of the most promising young stars in the WNBA.
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