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Chicago Sky guards Ariel Atkins and Kia Nurse are bringing their talents to Athletes Unlimited Pro Basketball — a fast-paced, four-week 5x5 league based in Nashville, Tennessee.

Dallas Wings News / Dallas Wings on SI / October 18

Wings may need to sign shooting guard with Dallas connection in free agency

The Dallas Wings are looking for any way possible in which they can improve their team. With a high pick in the 2026 WNBA Draft, they should be able to do that, but they also have a lot of cap space and flexibility to work with in free agency.

WNBA News / Chicago Sky On SI / October 4

Sky Season in Review: Ariel Atkins

Rarely can a team keep itself grounded without a proper anchor. The Chicago Sky, after adding a number of veteran options while gambling away their recent future, learned the hard way after falling to a 10-34 record and tying with the Dallas Wings for last place in the WNBA.

Congratulations Pour in for Chicago Sky Star on Thursday

The Chicago Sky finished 10-34 this season, tied with the Dallas Wings for the worst record in the WNBA, but veteran guard Ariel Atkins was one of the bright spots.

'We're Not Going to Feel Sorry for Ourselves': Chicago Sky Coach Addresses Absences of Angel Reese and Ariel Atkins

The Chicago Sky lost to the Las Vegas Aces on Sunday and dropped to a 10-32 record, the second-worst win-loss tally in the WNBA, only ahead of the 9-34 Dallas Wings.

Chicago Sky Star’s Message on Angel Reese Couldn’t Be Clearer

Angel Reese watched on as Ariel Atkins and the Chicago Sky looked to make it two straight wins, taking on the Caitlin Clark-less Indiana Fever at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Friday night.

Chicago Sky Star Gets Brutally Honest After 28th Loss

Ariel Atkins did all she could for the Chicago Sky on Monday night. The two-time All-Star went off for 30 points on 10-of-18 shooting against the Las Vegas Aces, along with four rebounds, seven assists, a block and three triples in 34 minutes of action.

WNBA News / Athlon Sports / August 13

Three Players Ejected in Sky-Sun Game After Heated Scuffle

There was no shortage of action in Wednesday’s clash between the Chicago Sky and the Connecticut Sun. These two teams may hold the two worst records in the WNBA right now, but there’s no denying that both sides were playing with a lot of fire.

WNBA News / Field Level Media / August 10

Short-handed Fever record dominant win over Sky

Kelsey Mitchell had 26 points and eight assists, and the host Indiana Fever continued their mastery of the Chicago Sky with a 92-70 victory in a matchup of short-handed teams Saturday night in Indianapolis.

Fever lose two to season-ending injuries on the same day

Mercury’s Thomas makes history in blowout win against Fever

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Aces extend hot streak

WNBA News / Athlon Sports / August 7

Chicago Sky Make Decision on Two-Time WNBA All-Star

The Chicago Sky snapped their eight-game losing streak on Tuesday, defeating the Washington Mystics without Angel Reese. A major factor in the win was the return of Ariel Atkins, who had been sidelined since July 14 with a leg injury.

WNBA News / Field Level Media / August 6

Hot-starting Sky finally snap ugly losing streak, outlast Mystics without Angel Reese

The Sky scored 52 points in the paint and distributed 22 assists.

Mystics and Storm execute a rare win-win trade

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WNBA News / Field Level Media / July 28

Sky's Angel Reese, Ariel Atkins could sit out again vs. Mystics

After a blockbuster matchup on Sunday that did not feature either team's headliner, the Chicago Sky hit the road to face the Washington Mystics Tuesday night in a game where both sides might need to rely on rookies to help stop their slides.

WNBA News / Hardwood Heroics / July 15

Angel Reese Teammates Get Injury As Sky Falls To Lynx In Home Stand

Angel Reese and the Chicago Sky suffered a loss in the hands of the Minnesota Lynx, with a game that ended with a final score of 91-78. To add to their loss, two Sky team members also fell to injury during the game, guard Ariel Atkins and forward Michaela Onyenwere.

Chicago Sky Directly Call Out Lynx With 3-Word Message After Saturday’s Win

The Chicago Sky made it two straight wins with a victory on Saturday, taking down the Minnesota Lynx 87–81 at Wintrust Arena. Ariel Atkins led the way with a stellar 27-point performance, while Angel Reese continued her remarkable sophomore campaign by posting her 40th career double-double with 19 points and 11 rebounds.

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WNBA News / Athlon Sports / July 1

Chicago Sky’s Ariel Atkins Makes Personal Admission About WNBA Veteran

The Chicago Sky entered July with a 5-11 record, anchored near the bottom of the WNBA’s Eastern Conference standings. Their .313 winning percentage ranks them 10th out of 13 teams, and they’ve split their last four games heading into Tuesday.

Chicago Sky Star Had Message for Teammate After 10th Loss

The Chicago Sky dropped to 3-10 during the 2025 WNBA season after Sunday's loss to the 10-4 Atlanta Dream. The 93 to 80 defeat is the Sky's third straight loss and sixth in the last seven games.

WNBA News / Hardwood Heroics / June 12

'Her Crown Is Heavy': Ariel Atkins Defends Angel Reese From 'Nonsense' Criticism

After the Chicago Sky’s 85-66 loss to the undefeated New York Liberty on June 10, forward Angel Reese put together one of her strongest games of the season.

Chicago Sky star claims ‘our fan base is insane’

Based on the comments thrown on social media, Chicago Sky fans are passionate about their favorite WNBA team. There has been a lot of heated debate on X and Facebook as the Sky weathered a 0-4 start to the season before winning two straight games over the Dallas Wings.

WNBA News / ChiCitySports / May 18

Chicago Sky receiving shame for Angel Reese Player of the Game post after 93-58 loss

There was little doubt that Angel Reese was the best player on the court for the Chicago Sky on Saturday. Reese recorded a double-double, scoring 12 points and 17 rebounds in a game the Indiana Fever won 93-58 in front of 17,274 fans at Gainbridge Arena.

Washington Mystics News / The Lead / May 1

Sykes, Dolson the Anchors of the New Mystics Era

The new era in Washington started with a change of leadership. A new general manager and head coach were hired, Ariel Atkins was traded, and Elena Delle Donne retired, moving up to the front office.

Washington Mystics News / DC Sports King / March 10

Top prospects for Mystics: Maximizing their three first-round picks

The Washington Mystics have landed three first-round picks in the 2025 WNBA draft. After a trade that sent six-year vet Ariel Atkins to the Chicago Sky, the Mystics now obtain the third, fourth, and sixth overall pick.

WNBA News / Field Level Media / February 23

Report: Mystics send F Ariel Atkins to Sky for No. 3 draft pick

The Chicago Sky acquired two-time All-Star guard Ariel Atkins from the Washington Mystics, who received Chicago's No. 3 pick in the 2025 WNBA Draft, per an ESPN report on Sunday.

WNBA News / Field Level Media / September 18, 2024

Liberty seal top overall seed, drop Mystics under playoff line

Breanna Stewart collected team highs with 15 points and 10 rebounds as the New York Liberty clinched the league's best record and top seed in the WNBA playoffs.

Bridget Carleton's late trey lifts Lynx, clinches No. 2 seed

Dream's Tina Charles ties WNBA mark with 193rd double-double

Watch: Brittney Griner, Rickea Jackson get into heated confrontation, both ejected

Dream coast past Sky, 86-70

WNBA Hall of Famer continues to downplay Fever's Caitlin Clark