Updated
Updated · ESPN · Jun 27
Cardoso Hits Record 13-for-13 for 30 as Vandersloot Returns in Sky's 124-94 Rout
Updated
Updated · ESPN · Jun 27

Cardoso Hits Record 13-for-13 for 30 as Vandersloot Returns in Sky's 124-94 Rout

3 articles · Updated · ESPN · Jun 27

Summary

  • 13 straight makes carried Kamilla Cardoso to 30 points and eight rebounds, setting a WNBA record for most field goals without a miss in Chicago's 124-94 win over Portland.
  • 38 assists and 66.2% shooting showed how the Sky created the outburst, with coach Tyler Marsh crediting a renewed emphasis on selfless offense after the ball had been sticking.
  • Courtney Vandersloot added 10 points and seven assists in her first game back from a torn ACL, returning on a minutes restriction and giving Chicago a new three-point-guard rotation.
  • 124 points were the second-most ever in a WNBA regulation game, while Chicago posted consecutive 100-point games for just the third time in franchise history.

Insights

Can Kamilla Cardoso's perfect game cure the Chicago Sky's 'loser mentality' and salvage their season?
Is the WNBA's scoring surge a result of more skill or just easier rules and diluted talent from expansion?

Chicago Sky’s 124-94 Rout Over Portland: Cardoso’s Rise, Vandersloot’s Comeback, and the WNBA’s Offensive Revolution

Overview

On June 26, 2026, the Chicago Sky dominated the Portland Fire with a 124-94 victory, never trailing after jumping out to a 29-17 first-quarter lead. This win completed a season sweep against Portland and showcased the Sky’s offensive power, as they shot an impressive 66% from the field and hit 15 of 28 three-pointers. Kamilla Cardoso led with a game-high eight rebounds and tied her career high for points in a first half, while Sydney Taylor nearly matched her scoring with 29 points. The Sky’s teamwork and efficient shooting highlighted their control and season-long dominance over the Fire.

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