The Chicago Sky’s historic first game at the United Center ended with a 79-52 loss to the Indiana Fever — and an injury to Courtney Vandersloot.

Chicago Sky star Courtney Vandersloot will miss the remainder of the season after suffering a severe knee injury against the Indiana Fever.

Vandersloot's injury is a major loss for the rebuilding Sky, and in particular their young bigs, Kamilla Cardoso and Angel Reese. Hailey Van Lith, the No. 11 overall pick in the 2025 WNBA Draft, took Vandersloot place in the starting lineup for the second half on Saturday, and will likely assume that position for the rest of the season.

Angel Reese Sends Message After Chicago Sky Suffer Major Loss on Sunday originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Chicago is led by first-year head coach Tyler Marsh. They began the season with a 0-4 record, tying worst first start to a season in franchise history.

Angel Reese averaged 13 points and 13 rebounds per game for the Chicago Sky last season. During the 2025 season, Reese is averaging 9 points and 12 rebounds per game while shooting roughly 30 percent from the field.

Angel Reese and the Chicago Sky came into the 2025 WNBA season looking to take a big step from last year. So far, things have not gone according to plan. Following their loss at home to the Indiana Fever on Saturday night,