What happened: The New York Liberty hold a narrow 48-46 lead over the Chicago Sky at halftime. Sydney Taylor leads all scorers with 14 points, while Breanna Stewart and Sabrina Ionescu pace New York with 12 points apiece. Courtney Vandersloot chipped in nine points during the opening two quarters.
Why it matters: The New York Liberty and Chicago Sky find themselves locked in a tight battle at the midway point of the contest. The early performance from key contributors on both sides sets the stage for a decisive second half. Every possession will carry weight as the teams vie for control.
By the numbers: Stewart also contributed six rebounds and two assists, hitting a pair of three-pointers in the half. Ionescu knocked down two triples of her own and added two boards, while Taylor connected twice from beyond the arc for her game-high 14 points.
What to watch: The game is currently in progress. Both sides will look to establish control in the third quarter as they battle for a regular-season victory.