Chicago Sky overcome Valkyries with late Jackson three
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San Francisco — On Wednesday night at Chase Center, Rickea Jackson knocked down a 3-pointer with 1:41 remaining and finished with 18 points to help the Chicago Sky beat the Golden State Valkyries 69-63. Skylar Diggins added 15 points and seven assists as Chicago closed the game in the final minutes, and the Sky secured the road victory after a competitive matchup.
Golden State's Gabby Williams led the Valkyries with 18 points and grabbed five rebounds, and Golden State held a 12-point lead early in the game. The Valkyries struggled offensively the rest of the way, shooting 22 for 75 (29.3 percent) overall and 7 of 26 from long range, and they were unable to sustain their early advantage as Chicago rallied to win.
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Timeline
- 1. Golden State defeated Phoenix 95-79 in their home opener prior to meeting Chicago.
- 2. Chicago opened the season with a 98-83 road win at Portland on Saturday.
- 3. On Wednesday night in San Francisco, Golden State led by 12 early during the game.
- 4. Rickea Jackson hit a 3-pointer with 1:41 remaining to extend Chicago's lead late.
- 5. Game ended with Chicago winning (reported 69-63), Golden State shooting 22-for-75 overall.
Why it matters
This game shows the Sky's resilience, bouncing back from an early deficit. It's a reminder that in sports, as in life, it's not about how you start, but how you finish. If you're a basketball fan, keep an eye on Rickea Jackson. Her late-game heroics could be a sign of more to come.
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