Critical Victory! Carter Scores and Assists as Dream and Mystics Both Lose, Sky’s Playoff Hopes Rise

On September 9th, in a WNBA regular season game, the Wings lost to the Sky 77-92 on the road, suffering their fourth consecutive defeat. This victory is crucial for the Sky. In the games played early this morning, both the Dream and the Mystics lost, bringing good news to the Sky. They are currently ranked eighth in the regular season with a record of 12 wins and 22 losses, and there is a good chance they will secure a playoff spot.

In this game, the Wings were completely out of form in the first three quarters, scoring no more than 20 points in each quarter, which once allowed the Sky to extend the lead to nearly 30 points. The Sky’s offense was on fire, although the Wings managed to narrow the gap by scoring 23-14 in the final quarter, the Sky still secured the win with their significant advantage in the first three quarters.

The announcement of Lees’ season-ending injury dealt a significant blow to the Sky before the game, but fortunately, the Sky’s offense was on fire in this match. Four starters scored in double digits, among whom Carter played for 32 minutes and 14 seconds, making 10 of 17 shots, including 1 of 1 from beyond the arc, and 7 of 9 free throws, scoring a game-high 28 points with 4 rebounds and 6 assists, while also having 3 turnovers and 4 fouls, with a plus-minus of +15. Cardozo also played a key role today, scoring 10 points on 4 of 9 shooting, but contributing 11 rebounds, 3 assists, and 2 blocks.

Additionally, Ogunbowale scored 10 points with 3 rebounds and 2 assists, Harrison made 9 of 18 shots, contributing 21 points, 9 rebounds, 2 assists, and 2 steals, Evans came off the bench to score 11 points and grab 4 rebounds, while Allen, who started, had few shot attempts, making only 2 of 3 for 4 points.