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Natasha Cloud Scores Career-High 35 as Sky Beat Liberty

8/19/2026

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Summary

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Chicago Sky defeated New York Liberty 93-86 on August 18, 2026.
Natasha Cloud posted a career-high 35 points on 13-21 shooting, with nine rebounds and six assists.
Breanna Stewart scored 22 points and became the fastest Liberty player to reach 3,000 points in 145 games.
The win moved Chicago to 14-22, keeping hopes alive as Dallas must win two more games to eliminate a team that is 0-3 against it.

History

Historical Context

The WNBA launched in 1997 with eight teams, and the Houston Comets beat the New York Liberty 65-51 to claim the league’s first championship, establishing an early rivalry. That rivalry echoes in the 2026 Chicago Sky’s 93-86 win over the Liberty, highlighted by Natasha Cloud’s 35 points, underscoring the league’s growth from its modest start to a 15-team, high-scoring competition.

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Story summary

Chicago Sky defeated New York Liberty 93-86 on August 18, 2026.
Natasha Cloud posted a career-high 35 points on 13-21 shooting, with nine rebounds and six assists.
Breanna Stewart scored 22 points and became the fastest Liberty player to reach 3,000 points in 145 games.
The win moved Chicago to 14-22, keeping hopes alive as Dallas must win two more games to eliminate a team that is 0-3 against it.

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