Sky vs Fever predictions
The Chicago Sky roster looks intriguing heading into this matchup, especially with some fresh faces ready to make an impact. Keep an eye on Marina Mabrey—she flashed some serious scoring ability last season, and there’s every reason to believe she’ll pick up right where she left off. I’d expect her to shoulder a sizable chunk of the offensive load and maybe even flirt with the 20-point mark. Elizabeth Williams brings a steadying presence in the paint; she might not light up the scoreboard, but her defensive instincts and rebounding could keep Indiana on their heels. Plus, rookies like Angel Reese add a layer of unpredictability—there’s a good chance she provides a spark with her energy on both ends, especially if she can control the glass and get some easy buckets in transition.
Meanwhile, the crowd at Gainbridge Fieldhouse will no doubt be looking for a big debut from Aliyah Boston, and honestly, who could blame them? She’s coming into her sophomore campaign with a sky-high ceiling, and a double-double feels almost like her baseline at this point. Guard Kelsey Mitchell can change the momentum of a game in a hurry with her shooting, so if she starts feeling it early, don’t be surprised if she strings together a run that puts serious pressure on the Sky’s perimeter defenders. This home opener could also offer some breakout moments for NaLyssa Smith; her length and versatility make her a headache for opposing forwards, and she could pile up points in transition and off second-chance looks.
So what does all this add up to? With Indiana playing at home and boasting some serious frontcourt talent, they seem poised to set the tone for their season with confidence. Sure, it’s the first game and anything can happen, but factoring in the boost from their home crowd and the sheer upside of their young core, I’m leaning towards the Fever getting the edge. Should be a fun one—are you as pumped as I am to watch these young stars light it up?
