The struggling Dallas Wings (3–15) head north to face the Chicago Sky (8–10) in a pivotal matchup as both teams chase much-needed momentum. Despite early promise, Dallas has faltered, slipping to a 1–5 record before a standout 37-point night from Arike Ogunbowale and a late surge by rookie Paige Bueckers helped spark their first win—though inconsistency remains their theme. Chicago, conversely, is still finding its footing under a revamped roster, boasting veteran additions like Ariel Atkins and Courtney Vandersloot, but lingering inside-out inefficiencies have them hovering around .500. What’s the smart bet in tonight’s Wings vs. Sky matchup?
Wings vs. Sky Game Outlook
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8:00 p.m. ET, Wednesday, July 9, 2025
Wintrust Arena, Chicago, IL
TV: N/A
Wings vs. Sky Betting Odds
According to oddsmakers from online sportsbook Bovada.lv, the Sky are 1-point home favorites to beat the Wings. The total, meanwhile, sits at 164.5.
Dallas leans heavily on the Ogunbowale–Bueckers backcourt tandem. Ogunbowale’s recent 37‑point explosion—tying the season’s highest single-game mark—revealed both her offensive ceiling and the Wings’ dependency on her to carry the load. Bueckers has flashed playmaking prowess (21 points, 7 assists in a key win), though her concussion history raises concerns about availability. Their supporting cast, including Myisha Hines‑Allen and DiJonai Carrington, has shown flashes, but overall chemistry is still a work in progress.
The Sky have brought in defense and experience, with Atkins playing lockdown guard, Vandersloot running the floor, and Angel Reese anchoring the paint. Reese’s rebounding dominance (double digits routinely) gives Chicago an edge on the glass, and Kamilla Cardoso’s interior versatility can’t be ignored. Still, turnovers remain a concern: Chicago ranks near the bottom in possession control, averaging around 22% turnover rate, a critical weakness .
Matchup to Watch: Backcourt vs Ball Control
Dallas will look to push tempo, relying on Ogunbowale’s catch‑and‑shoot and Bueckers’ P&R playmaking. But Chicago’s perimeter pressure led by Atkins and Vandersloot aims to force turnovers and fuel transition runs. If the Sky can convert Dallas miscues into easy baskets, they’ll seize control.
Frontcourt Battle
Reese and Cardoso inside present a formidable frontcourt tandem. Dallas counters with NaLyssa Smith and Hines‑Allen, but Chicago’s glass work and interior scoring could dominate. Winning the rebounding war could tip the game for Chicago.
Form & Stakes
Chicago enters having split recent games—beaten by Minnesota but also posting solid road wins—now benefiting from momentum and home court energy. Dallas, while showing offensive sparks, still struggles defensively and lacks consistency on the road.
Wings vs. Sky Prediction
This one leans Chicago’s way. The Sky’s veteran leadership and interior presence should out-muscle Dallas, especially if turnovers persist for the Wings. Expect Chicago to win a tight, high-energy game, likely around 85–78, as their depth and discipline edge out Dallas’s youthful firepower.
Wings vs. Sky Prediction: CHICAGO SKY -1