Veteran point guard Courtney Vandersloot sustained an injury during Chicago's 79–52 home defeat to the Indiana Fever on Saturday 7 June. According to team announcements, an MRI scan revealed a complete tear of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in her right knee,

Vandersloot's injury is a major loss for the rebuilding Sky, and in particular their young bigs, Kamilla Cardoso and Angel Reese. Hailey Van Lith, the No. 11 overall pick in the 2025 WNBA Draft, took Vandersloot place in the starting lineup for the second half on Saturday, and will likely assume that position for the rest of the season.

Courtney Vandersloot’s injury leaves Reese and Cardoso without the present time on-court guidance and leadership from the experienced Sky guard.