Chicago Sky vs. Los Angeles Sparks: A Timeline of Events

Preseason: The Stage Is Set

* **January 18, 2023:** The Chicago Sky and Los Angeles Sparks announce their 2023 preseason schedules. * **May 1, 2023:** The Sky and Sparks face off in their first preseason game, with the Sky winning 80-72. * **May 8, 2023:** The Sparks defeat the Sky 76-73 in their second and final preseason matchup.

Regular Season: A Tightly Contested Rivalry

* **June 1, 2023:** The Sky and Sparks open their regular season series with a thrilling 87-85 Sky victory in Chicago. * **June 29, 2023:** The Sparks get their revenge with an 83-79 win in Los Angeles. * **August 10, 2023:** The Sky and Sparks split their two regular season meetings, with each team winning on their home court.

Playoffs: A Rematch for the Ages

* **September 15, 2023:** The Sky and Sparks meet in the semifinals of the WNBA playoffs. * **September 19, 2023:** The Sky defeat the Sparks 3-1 in the best-of-five series, advancing to the WNBA Finals. * **September 25, 2023:** The Chicago Sky win the WNBA championship, defeating the Las Vegas Aces 3-1 in the Finals.

Postseason: A New Chapter Begins

* **October 1, 2023:** Derek Fisher is named the new head coach of the Los Angeles Sparks. * **February 1, 2024:** The Sky and Sparks announce their 2024 preseason schedules, setting the stage for another exciting season of rivalry.