Annie Costabile

According to two WNBA league sources, the Sky are considering Wintrust Sports Complex in Bedford Park as their new practice facility. The goal, according to one source, would be for the franchise to add to the existing building.

Wings guard Arike Ogunbowale was named the MVP after scoring 34 points, all of which came in the second half and were the most points scored in a WNBA All-Star Game.

Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark are the lone rookies making their All-Star debuts in Phoenix.

Kahleah Copper will make her Olympic debut in her ninth WNBA season. She accomplished the goal with steady improvement each year.

Mabrey requested a trade midway through the 2024 WNBA season after the role she came to Chicago to play did not pan out. Her preferred destination was always Connecticut.

Mabrey never quite fit with the Sky, which contributed to her desire to be moved.

The Sun also will receive the Sky’s 2025 second-round draft pick and the right to swap 2026 first-round picks.

“It’s always good to get a win under your belt and just try to build off that momentum,” Sky coach Teresa Weatherspoon said. “Now you got a chance to take that when we come back and build off of it.”

Aside from the cost — numerous ticket holders shared with the Sun-Times a price increase of more than 200% — most expressed concern about the lack of communication. Many were troubled by the fact that no explanation was provided for why ticket prices increased.