Last Updated on July 15, 2026 by Mat Diekhake
| Player Name | Role Tier | MPG | Usage Tier | PPG | RPG | APG | STK (SPG + BPG) | Impact Index | Notes | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Courtney Vandersloot | Starter/Star [1.1] | 31.8 | High [1.2] | 12.5 | 3.7 | 8.6 | 1.9 | 70.22 | Chicago’s offense revolved around Vandersloot’s playmaking, with opponents regularly sending extra help to disrupt her passing angles. Independent coverage praised her patience in pick-and-rolls and her ability to elevate a young roster by creating efficient looks rather than forcing shots. | WNBA All-Star (2018); All-WNBA Second Team (2018); WNBA Peak Performer – Assists (2018) |
| Allie Quigley | Starter/Star [1.1] | 29.7 | High [1.2] | 15.4 | 2.4 | 2.5 | 1.0 | 56.50 | Quigley remained Chicago’s premier perimeter scorer, constantly working off staggered screens and handoffs. Basketball writers frequently highlighted her off-ball movement and quick release as the element that gave the Sky’s half-court offense its identity. | WNBA All-Star (2018); WNBA Three-Point Contest Champion (2018) |
| Diamond DeShields | Starter/Star [1.1] | 28.4 | High [1.2] | 14.4 | 4.9 | 2.2 | 1.4 | 60.19 | Playing with attacking freedom as a rookie, DeShields immediately added downhill speed that Chicago had lacked. Season analysis regularly described her fearless drives and transition play as a glimpse of the franchise’s future, even while she adjusted to WNBA defenses. | WNBA All-Rookie Team (2018) |
| Stefanie Dolson | Starter/Star [1.1] | 27.6 | Medium [1.1] | 9.7 | 4.6 | 3.0 | 1.5 | 45.50 | Dolson filled a connective role, operating from the elbows as both a scorer and passer. Independent reporting often pointed to her basketball IQ and willingness to facilitate offense rather than simply occupy the paint. | None |
| Cheyenne Parker-Tyus | Key Contributor [1.05] | 19.7 | Medium [1.1] | 10.0 | 5.8 | 0.7 | 1.7 | 42.24 | Parker-Tyus quietly became one of Chicago’s most reliable interior finishers, using strength and activity around the basket to earn extra possessions. Analysts noted her improved confidence and efficiency in an expanded role. | None |
| Gabby Williams | Starter/Star [1.1] | 23.0 | Medium [1.1] | 7.3 | 4.3 | 1.6 | 1.8 | 36.78 | Williams made her mark with defensive versatility rather than scoring. Independent coverage consistently praised her ability to switch across positions, pressure passing lanes and bring energy that rarely appeared fully in traditional statistics. | WNBA All-Rookie Team (2018) |
| Jamierra Faulkner | Key Contributor [1.05] | 21.2 | Low [1.0] | 7.6 | 1.4 | 3.9 | 0.6 | 28.14 | Faulkner supplied instant pace off the bench and frequently pushed the ball before opposing defenses could get organized. Coverage of Chicago’s rotation viewed her speed as a valuable tactical change from Vandersloot’s methodical style. | None |
| Kahleah Copper | Key Contributor [1.05] | 15.9 | Low [1.0] | 7.1 | 2.2 | 0.6 | 0.5 | 21.84 | Copper’s athleticism began translating into consistent rotation minutes, especially in transition and on the defensive end. Writers covering the Sky saw flashes of a two-way wing whose responsibilities would continue to expand. | None |
| Astou Ndour-Fall | Key Contributor [1.05] | 11.6 | Low [1.0] | 4.6 | 2.5 | 0.3 | 0.7 | 16.17 | Ndour-Fall added frontcourt depth with positional defense and a dependable mid-range touch. Independent reporting around the team highlighted her adaptability after arriving from overseas competition. | None |
| Alaina Coates | Bench [1.0] | 11.4 | Low [1.0] | 3.4 | 3.2 | 0.4 | 0.4 | 14.80 | Returning from injury, Coates focused on rebounding and physical interior play while easing into regular minutes. Contemporary coverage emphasized patience with her long-term development rather than immediate production. | None |
| Chelsea Hopkins | Bench [1.0] | 14.5 | Low [1.0] | 1.8 | 3.3 | 2.0 | 0.5 | 15.20 | Hopkins stepped into a temporary starting opportunity because of injuries and handled ball-moving responsibilities with composure. Independent season-specific reporting on her brief stint was limited. | None |
| Linnae Harper | Bench [1.0] | 6.1 | Low [1.0] | 2.0 | 0.8 | 1.0 | 0.2 | 8.00 | Harper provided energetic reserve minutes in the backcourt whenever called upon. Contemporary reporting on her individual season was limited because she remained outside the regular rotation. | None |
| Alex Montgomery | Bench [1.0] | 6.4 | Low [1.0] | 0.8 | 0.9 | 0.5 | 0.2 | 4.80 | Montgomery filled a depth role on the wing, primarily offering defensive experience and lineup flexibility. Independent coverage discussing her season was limited. | None |
| Amber Harris | Bench [1.0] | 2.0 | Low [1.0] | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.00 | Harris appeared only briefly before exiting the rotation. Independent season-specific coverage of her contribution was minimal because of the extremely limited playing time. | None |
| Chicago Sky Totals | — | 274.6 | — | 89.9 | 36.9 | 31.8 | 12.3 | 420.38 | Chicago blended elite playmaking from Courtney Vandersloot with improved wing talent from Diamond DeShields and Gabby Williams, while veteran shooters kept the offense productive despite missing the postseason. | Did Not Qualify for WNBA Playoffs (2018) |
