Two teams playing out the string meet at Wintrust Arena on Tuesday night, but the betting market has taken a clear side. The Chicago Sky host the expansion Toronto Tempo as 7-point favorites after opening at -5.5, and the moneyline has stretched to -245. Chicago brings a five-game losing streak into the matchup. Toronto has dropped six straight. The Tempo also own both meetings this season, which makes this line more interesting than the records suggest. Below, we break down the injury news and line movement before landing on our best bets.
Last Updated: Tuesday, September 22, 2026
Toronto Tempo vs. Chicago Sky — Time & How to Watch
| Where | Wintrust Arena, Chicago, IL |
| When | Tuesday, September 22 – 8:00 PM ET |
| TV | The U (WCIU), TSN |
Toronto Tempo vs. Chicago Sky Betting Preview
Chicago enters at 15-27 and was eliminated from playoff contention in August. The last week has been rough. The Sky lost 110-80 to Washington on Sept. 17, then fell 106-81 at Atlanta on Saturday. That is two straight losses by 25 or more for head coach Tyler Marsh’s group.
Toronto sits at 11-31 in its inaugural season and has already been eliminated. The Tempo closed their home schedule on Sunday with a 106-69 loss to New York. Laura Juskaite poured in a career-high 28 points in that game, and rookie Kiki Rice scored in double figures again. Sandy Brondello’s team now finishes with road games in Chicago and Connecticut. For context on that game, see our Liberty vs. Tempo preview from Sept. 20.
The injury lists are long on both benches. Toronto is without leading scorer Marina Mabrey (adductor) and guard Brittney Sykes (foot), who are both done for the season. Chicago has lost Skylar Diggins and Rickea Jackson for the year. DiJonai Carrington (foot) and Azura Stevens (knee) sat out Saturday in Atlanta. Natasha Cloud also left the Washington game with a left knee injury. Check the final injury report before tip. Kamilla Cardoso remains the anchor for the Sky, leading the team with more than 14 points and 8 rebounds per game.
The head-to-head history favors the underdog. Toronto won 111-104 in Chicago on May 27 and then won 85-68 at home on June 7. Chicago has not beaten the Tempo yet this season.
Toronto Tempo vs. Chicago Sky Odds
| Spread | Moneyline | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tempo | +7 (-115) | +205 | U 179 (-105) |
| Sky | -7 (-105) | -245 | O 179 (-115) |
Odds accurate as of Tuesday, September 22, 2026 via TheSpread.com. Odds change, get the latest WNBA Odds – Futures – Props
Toronto Tempo vs. Chicago Sky — Who Is the Public Betting?
| Tempo | 42% | 58% | Sky |
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Tempo vs. Sky Prediction — Is the Line Move Telling Us Something?
This spread opened at Chicago -5.5 and has climbed a full point and a half. The moneyline followed, moving from -220 to -245 on the Sky. Meanwhile, the spread tickets are only mildly lopsided, with 58 percent on Chicago. That split is not heavy enough to explain the move on its own. A line that moves this far without a lopsided public usually reflects roster news or sharper money. Here, the Mabrey absence is the most obvious driver.
The recent scorelines also matter. Toronto’s 37-point loss on Sunday was its sixth straight defeat. The Tempo allow nearly 94 points per game this season. Chicago’s defense has been leaky too, allowing more than 90 per game. However, Cardoso gives the Sky a clear interior anchor against a short-handed Toronto roster.
The case against Chicago is real. The Sky just lost by 30 and by 25 in consecutive games. They have not beaten Toronto in two tries, and one of those losses came on this floor. If Cloud and Carrington both sit, Chicago’s guard rotation thins out. Laying seven with a team on a five-game skid carries risk. Still, Toronto just lost by 37 without Mabrey, and we trust the line movement more than the season series.
The Pick: Sky -7 (-105)
Tempo vs. Sky Prediction — Can Two Short-Handed Offenses Reach 179?
On paper, the season numbers land close to this number. Chicago averages 86.4 points per game and Toronto averages 85.8. Both defenses give up 90 or more. That profile explains why the total has held at 179 since it opened. Bettors have nudged the price toward the Over, though, moving it from -110 to -115. The last two Sky games both finished well north of this number, and Toronto’s loss to New York landed at 175.
The counterpoint is who is actually available. Toronto scored just 69 points on Sunday without Mabrey. Chicago scored 80 and 81 in its last two games. Those high totals were driven by the opponents, and Toronto lacks that firepower right now. The first meeting went for 215, but the June rematch finished at just 153. With both teams missing key scorers, we lean toward the lower end of that range. The risk is that two tired defenses simply stop guarding late.
The Pick: Under 179 (-105)
Final Thoughts and Bonus Angle
We passed on a bonus play in this game. The Sky moneyline at -245 offers little value, since it requires roughly a 71 percent win probability. Toronto at +205 is tempting given the season series, but the roster gap makes it hard to back. Late-season games between eliminated teams can swing on rotation experiments, which is a reason to keep exposure small. For more on Chicago’s recent form, see our Sky vs. Dream preview from Sept. 19.
Here is a recap of our picks for Tempo vs. Sky:
- Sky -7 (-105)
- Under 179 (-105)
WNBA Tempo vs. Sky FAQ: Tuesday September 22, 2026
What time does the Tempo vs. Sky game start?
The Toronto Tempo and Chicago Sky tip off at 8:00 PM ET on Tuesday, September 22, 2026. That is 7:00 PM local time in Chicago. Both teams have one regular-season game remaining after tonight.
What channel is the Tempo vs. Sky game on?
The Tempo vs. Sky game airs on The U (WCIU) in the Chicago market and on TSN in Canada. Viewers outside those local broadcast areas can find the game on WNBA League Pass.
Where are the Tempo and Sky playing today?
The Tempo and Sky are playing at Wintrust Arena in Chicago, Illinois. Toronto played its final home game of its inaugural season on Sunday, so this is the first of two road games to close the year.
Who won the last meeting between the Tempo and Sky?
The Toronto Tempo won the last meeting, beating the Chicago Sky 85-68 in Toronto on June 7, 2026. That result gave Toronto a 2-0 lead in the season series. The Tempo also won the first matchup 111-104 at Chicago on May 27, 2026.
What are the Tempo and Sky records this season?
The Chicago Sky are 15-27 and the Toronto Tempo are 11-31 entering Tuesday’s game. Both teams have been eliminated from playoff contention. Chicago carries a five-game losing streak into the matchup, while Toronto has lost six straight games in its first WNBA season.