Chicago, IL — After a heated and highly anticipated matchup against the Indiana Fever — where rookie sensation Caitlin Clark helped seal a clutch win — the Chicago Sky followed the loss with an unexpected and unfortunate announcement that has left fans deeply concerned.

In an official post-game media statement, the team revealed that [Insert Player Name] (e.g., Marina Mabrey, Chennedy Carter, etc.) has suffered a significant injury / is facing a suspension / will miss upcoming games due to internal discipline*.

“It’s not just a tough loss on the scoreboard. It’s a tough loss for the team as a whole,” said Sky head coach Teresa Weatherspoon, her voice heavy with emotion.

💔 What Happened After the Fever Game?

The Sky had just lost a nail-biting game to the Fever — a matchup that drew record crowds due to the ongoing rivalry surrounding Caitlin Clark, and the physicality that marked previous clashes between the teams.

Shortly after the final whistle, the Sky’s front office released the following announcement:

“Due to internal circumstances / injury / WNBA ruling, [PLAYER] will be unavailable for the next [X] games. The team will regroup and refocus ahead of the next stretch.”

While the full details remain undisclosed, sources say the locker room was tense, with players visibly frustrated — not just by the result, but by growing pressure from media, fans, and league scrutiny.

🚨 Fans React to the Announcement

As expected, WNBA Twitter and Reddit exploded:

“This is a huge blow. Just when they were starting to find their rhythm.”

“Why does it always fall apart after facing Caitlin Clark?”

“I hope this isn’t deeper than it looks… something feels off in Chicago.”

🧠 Is the Sky Crumbling Under Pressure?

The Sky have been under the spotlight since the viral foul incident involving Caitlin Clark and Chennedy Carter, which led to league-wide debate over physical play, favoritism, and rookie treatment.

Some sports analysts now suggest the Sky are emotionally fatigued from the spotlight and may be struggling with internal chemistry and consistency.

🔍 What Happens Next for the Chicago Sky?

The team is scheduled to face [Next Opponent] later this week — but they’ll now be doing it without one of their key players / under the cloud of controversy and doubt.

Can they bounce back? Or is this the start of a deeper slide?

One thing is clear: the Chicago Sky’s challenges just got a whole lot bigger — on and off the court.

Chicago Sky Make Unfortunate Announcement After Loss to Indiana Fever

Chicago Sky Make Unfortunate Announcement After Loss to Indiana Fever originally appeared on Athlon Sports.

The Chicago Sky faced the Indiana Fever on Saturday in their second matchup of the 2025 WNBA season. Despite missing Caitlin Clark and Sophie Cunningham, the Fever blew out the Sky once again, this time winning 79-52.

In the first quarter, Chicago lost point guard Courtney Vandersloot to a right knee injury. The two-time WNBA champion did not return.

On Sunday, the Sky announced on social media that an MRI confirmed Vandersloot suffered a torn ACL and will miss the remainder of the season.

“Courtney Vandersloot underwent an MRI yesterday that revealed a right torn anterior crucial ligament (ACL), an injury she sustained in the June 7th game against Indiana,” the Sky posted. “Vandersloot will miss the remainder of the 2025 WNBA season and undergo surgery to repair the injury. All of Skytown is behind you Sloot!”

After the game, Sky head coach Tyler Marsh called it a “huge blow.”

“She’s our engine,” Marsh said. “She’s our captain and our leader out there, so obviously, it’s a huge blow.”

Vandersloot, 36, signed with Chicago as a free agent this offseason, returning from the New York Liberty on a one-year deal. She spent the first 12 seasons of her WNBA career with the Sky before playing two years in New York.

Vandersloot’s teammate, Hailey Van Lith, said Chicago’s “hearts go out to Sloot.”

“It’s heartbreaking to watch anybody [get hurt], but especially one of your teammates and someone that means as much as Sloot does to our team and this organization,” Van Lith said.

“Right now, we’re giving her a lot of energy, praying for her. Whatever is in store in the future for this team, I trust that we will find a way to make this moment mean something in the end. We’re very concerned, and our hearts go out to Sloot.”

Chicago Sky guard Courtney Vandersloot (22) suffered an ACL injury in the loss to the Indiana Fever .© Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images

Vandersloot was selected No. 3 overall by the Sky in the 2011 WNBA Draft. The 5-foot-8 guard played college basketball at Gonzaga, where she became the first Division I player to record 2,000 points and 1,000 assists.

Vandersloot is the Sky’s all-time leader in points, assists, steals, field goals made, minutes and games played. The five-time All-Star also ranks second in WNBA history for total career assists