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Chicago Sky Make Hailey Van Lith Announcement Before Paige Bueckers Game

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Ayomide Adeduyite | Last updated May 29, 2025 7:28 PM ET

The Chicago Sky are set to host the Dallas Wings on Thursday at Wintrust Arena, aiming to secure their first win of the season and halt a four-game losing streak. This matchup also marks the first WNBA meeting between star forward Angel Reese and rookie sensation Paige Bueckers, bringing some added intrigue to the contest.

For the Wings, who recently notched their first victory of the season against the Connecticut Sun, this game presents an opportunity to build momentum and climb the standings. The Sky, meanwhile, are eager to capitalize on home-court advantage and integrate their young talent effectively to reverse their early-season fortunes.

Rookie guard Hailey Van Lith has been dealing with an ankle injury sustained during a previous game against the New York Liberty, and was ruled out of Tuesday's loss to the Phoenix Mercury. Her presence on the court is important for the Sky, as they look to enhance their backcourt performance and overall team performance.

In a positive development, the Sky's official injury report upgraded Van Lith's status to probable for this game against Dallas. An additional update confirmed she is playing.

Chicago Sky Injury Report vs. Dallas Wings - Updated:

Moriah Jefferson: Available (Leg)
Hailey Van Lith: Available (Ankle)
— Grant Afseth (@GrantAfseth) May 29, 2025

Van Lith, selected 11th overall in the 2025 WNBA Draft by the Sky, is in her rookie season and has appeared in two games so far. In limited minutes, she is averaging 4.0 points and 3.0 assists per game, and has showcased her potential as a dynamic guard. Her return to the lineup could provide the spark the Sky need to secure their first win and set a positive tone for the remainder of the season.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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