WNBA Chicago Sky

Notes: Deshields Scores Season-High of 26; Sky Loses to Mercury at Buzzer

Published on June 2, 2021 under Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA)
Chicago Sky News Release


TONIGHT'S GAME HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE

* The Sky and Mercury kicked off a two-game series that will be split between one game in Chicago and another in Phoenix, which will occur Thursday at 9:00p CT.

* Guard Kia Nurse hit a game-winning three point shot right inside of half-court as the game clock hit triple zero's.

* Guard Diamond DeShields recorded her 100th WNBA three-pointer as well as her 100th steal as a professional. She finished the game with a season-high 26 points and four steals.

* Guard Courtney Vandersloot recorded her 39th career double-double. She finished the game with 17 points and 10 assists, her 59th career game with double-digit assists.

* Forward Azurá Stevens pulled down her 100th career rebound in tonight's contest. She finished the game with seven points and five rebounds.

* Sky newcomer Lexie Brown made her debut with the team, posting two points and four assists.

NEXT UP: The Sky (2-5) and Mercury (4-3) will play their second of two games over the next three days in Phoenix on Thursday, June 3 at 9:00p CT. Sky fans can tune into WCIU in Chicago to catch the action or watch on CBS Sports Network.

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