Atlanta Dream Edge Chicago Sky in Close Contest
Sunday, July 19, 2026, 4:00 PM ET · Gateway Center
Atlanta Dream 93, Chicago Sky 91, final. Our WNBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Quick answers
Who won Chicago Sky vs Atlanta Dream?
Atlanta Dream beat Chicago Sky 93-91 at Gateway Center on July 19, 2026.
Who was favored in Chicago Sky vs Atlanta Dream?
Atlanta Dream were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -625 (about 86% implied). The favorite won.
In a thrilling WNBA matchup, the Atlanta Dream narrowly defeated the Chicago Sky with a final score of 93-91 at the Gateway Center on July 19, 2026. This victory extends Atlanta's dominance over Chicago in their recent encounters, as they now lead the series 3-0 this season and have won all six of their last meetings dating back to the previous season.
The Dream entered this game with a home record of 16-10, while the Sky struggled with a 9-17 record. Atlanta's recent form showed a mixed bag, with a record of 4-6 in their last ten games, but they had won their last two games, scoring an average of 87.7 points while allowing 88.0. Their recent victories included a significant win against the Toronto Tempo, where they scored 111 points, and a win over the Los Angeles Sparks with a score of 101-92. At home, they held a record of 3-2 in their last five games, averaging 95.2 points scored and 90.4 points allowed.
On the other hand, the Chicago Sky had a record of 5-5 in their last ten games, also riding a two-game winning streak. They averaged 92.3 points scored and allowed 90.5 points during this stretch. Their recent wins included a 96-82 victory over the Los Angeles Sparks and a 95-90 win against the Seattle Storm. However, the Sky struggled on the road, with a 1-4 record in their last five away games.
In terms of injuries, both teams were affected. The Atlanta Dream were without Brionna Jones due to a leg injury. The Chicago Sky faced a more significant challenge, missing key players Skylar Diggins (knee), DiJonai Carrington (foot), and Rickea Jackson (knee).
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had the Dream favored by 12.5 points, with a total set at 180.5. The odds reflected the Dream's strong home record and recent performance, but the close scoreline indicates that the Sky put up a formidable fight despite their struggles this season.
The game was tightly contested throughout, with both teams exchanging leads multiple times. In the fourth quarter, the score was tied at 86 before Allisha Gray made a crucial shot to give the Dream an 88-86 lead. The back-and-forth continued, with the Sky tying the game again at 91 with a three-pointer from Sydney Taylor. However, Jordin Canada’s driving layup in the final moments sealed the victory for Atlanta.
Overall, this matchup showcased the competitiveness of the WNBA, with the Dream managing to secure a win despite the Sky's spirited performance. Fans witnessed a thrilling game that highlighted the importance of every possession and the impact of injuries on team dynamics.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | ATL -12.5 | 180.5 o -105 / u -115 | Chicago Sky +455 · Atlanta Dream -625 |
Injury report
- Brionna JonesOutLegAtlanta Dream
- Skylar DigginsOutKneeChicago Sky
- DiJonai CarringtonOutFootChicago Sky
- Rickea JacksonOutKneeChicago Sky
Leaders
- PointsAllisha Gray29Atlanta Dream
- AssistsJordin Canada9Atlanta Dream
- ReboundsBrionna Jones10Atlanta Dream
- PointsAzura Stevens20Chicago Sky
- AssistsCourtney Vandersloot6Chicago Sky
- ReboundsAzura Stevens9Chicago Sky
Recent form
Atlanta Dream
Last 10: 4-6Streak W287.7 scored · 88 allowed per game3-2 at home
- W111-92at Toronto TempoJul 17
- W101-92vs Los Angeles SparksJul 13
- L92-102vs Portland FireJul 11
- W89-78vs Seattle StormJul 10
- L83-88vs Golden State ValkyriesJul 4
- L76-81at Washington MysticsJul 2
- L90-105at Seattle StormJun 28
- L75-78at Golden State ValkyriesJun 27
- L66-77at Golden State ValkyriesJun 25
- W94-87vs Toronto TempoJun 22
Chicago Sky
Last 10: 5-5Streak W292.3 scored · 90.5 allowed per game1-4 away
- W96-82vs Los Angeles SparksJul 17
- W95-90vs Seattle StormJul 15
- L91-96at Dallas WingsJul 12
- L87-102at Los Angeles SparksJul 11
- W77-66at Phoenix MercuryJul 8
- L90-98at Las Vegas AcesJul 4
- L99-107vs Las Vegas AcesJun 28
- W124-94vs Portland FireJun 26
- W101-78vs Portland FireJun 25
- L63-92at Connecticut SunJun 22
Standings
| Team | Games behind | Lost | Streak | Win % | Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta | - | 14 | W1 | .650 | 26 |
| Indiana | - | 14 | W2 | .650 | 26 |
| New York | 2 | 16 | W1 | .600 | 24 |
| Washington | 2 | 16 | L1 | .600 | 24 |
| Chicago | 11 | 25 | L3 | .375 | 15 |
| Toronto | 15 | 29 | L4 | .275 | 11 |
| Connecticut | 16 | 30 | L3 | .250 | 10 |
Box score
| Stat | Chicago Sky | Atlanta Dream |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 35-67 | 31-74 |
| Field goal % | 52 | 42 |
| Three-pointers | 6-21 | 8-28 |
| Three-point % | 29 | 29 |
| Free throws | 15-21 | 23-27 |
| Free throw % | 71 | 85 |
| Rebounds | 27 | 39 |
| Offensive rebounds | 4 | 13 |
| Defensive rebounds | 23 | 26 |
| Assists | 18 | 24 |
| Steals | 9 | 5 |
| Blocks | 4 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 11 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 12 | 12 |
| Fast-break points | 13 | 11 |
| Points in the paint | 58 | 46 |
| Fouls | 20 | 19 |
| Largest lead | 4 | 22 |
| Lead changes | 8 | 8 |
| Time in front | 10 | 85 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter59-62Rachel Banham makes driving layup
- 3rd Quarter60-62Elizabeth Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter61-62Elizabeth Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter63-62Elizabeth Williams makes 5-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter63-64Rhyne Howard makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter65-64Courtney Vandersloot makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter65-66Jordin Canada makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter67-66Courtney Vandersloot makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter69-66Sydney Taylor makes 2-foot layup (Courtney Vandersloot assists)
- 4th Quarter69-67Jordin Canada makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter70-67Elizabeth Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter71-67Elizabeth Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter71-68Allisha Gray makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter71-70Madina Okot makes 2-foot two point shot (Allisha Gray assists)
- 4th Quarter71-72Madina Okot makes layup (Naz Hillmon assists)
- 4th Quarter73-72Natasha Cloud makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter75-72Azura Stevens makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter75-74Madina Okot makes 2-foot layup (Rhyne Howard assists)
- 4th Quarter75-75Allisha Gray makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter75-76Allisha Gray makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter75-78Jordin Canada makes running layup
- 4th Quarter75-79Madina Okot makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter75-80Madina Okot makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter78-80Sydney Taylor makes 27-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 4th Quarter80-80Courtney Vandersloot makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter80-82Jordin Canada makes 1-foot driving floating jump shot
- 4th Quarter80-84Madina Okot makes driving layup (Rhyne Howard assists)
- 4th Quarter82-84Azura Stevens makes 1-foot layup (Kamilla Cardoso assists)
- 4th Quarter83-84Courtney Vandersloot makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter84-84Courtney Vandersloot makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter84-85Allisha Gray makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter84-86Allisha Gray makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter86-86Kamilla Cardoso makes 1-foot layup (Courtney Vandersloot assists)
- 4th Quarter86-88Allisha Gray makes 4-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter88-88Kamilla Cardoso makes driving layup (Courtney Vandersloot assists)
- 4th Quarter88-89Jordin Canada makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter88-90Allisha Gray makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter88-91Allisha Gray makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter91-91Sydney Taylor makes 26-foot three pointer (Courtney Vandersloot assists)
- 4th Quarter91-93Jordin Canada makes driving layup (Brionna Jones assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Atlanta Dream, below favours Chicago Sky.
Venue
- Gateway CenterCollege Park, GA
- Attendance3575
- OfficialsAngel Kent, Clare Simmons, Jason Alabanza
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