Portland Fire vs Chicago Sky Picks and Prediction for Wednesday June 24 2026
Use Code SSWC The Portland Fire and Chicago Sky will meet on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, at Wintrust Arena in Chicago, Illinois. Tipoff is scheduled for 8:00 PM ET, with coverage available on WNBA League Pass and CW26. Chicago enters the game as a 1.5-point favorite, while Portland is a slight underdog at +1.5. The Sky are listed at -118 on the moneyline, while the Fire sit at -102. The total for this matchup is set at 168.5 points. Be sure to check out our free WNBA picks.
Portland Tries to Build Momentum on the Road
Portland enters this contest with an 8-9 overall record and a 2-4 road record. The Fire have gone 2-3 over their last five games. During that span, they picked up wins over Seattle and Dallas while suffering losses to Minnesota, Las Vegas, and Los Angeles. Their most recent outing was a 94-89 victory over Seattle, giving them some momentum heading into this road matchup.
The Fire are averaging 82.2 points per game while allowing 88.1 points per contest. Portland shoots 45% from the field and averages 28.4 rebounds and 19.8 assists per game. Defensively, the Fire contribute 4.1 blocks and 6.9 steals per contest.
One area that stands out for Portland is its shooting efficiency. The Fire are converting 45% of their field-goal attempts, which is notably higher than Chicago's 41%. That advantage has helped Portland remain competitive despite being outscored overall on the season. If the Fire can continue to shoot efficiently, they will have a strong opportunity to earn a road victory.
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Chicago Searching for Answers
Chicago comes into this matchup with a 4-12 overall record and a 1-6 home record. The Sky have struggled recently, losing each of their last five games. During that skid, Chicago fell to Connecticut, Dallas, New York, Indiana, and Atlanta. Several of those contests were competitive, but the Sky have been unable to finish games with victories.
The Sky average 82.4 points per game while allowing 88.9 points per contest. Chicago shoots 41% from the field and averages 33.1 rebounds and 18.9 assists per game. Defensively, the Sky record 5.5 blocks and 6.9 steals per game.
Chicago's biggest statistical advantage in this matchup comes on the glass and around the rim. The Sky average more rebounds and blocks than Portland, which could help them create additional opportunities. However, their recent five-game losing streak and 1-6 home record highlight the challenges they have faced throughout the season.
Comparing the Numbers in Chicago
This matchup features two teams that have had difficulty preventing points. Portland allows 88.1 points per game, while Chicago gives up 88.9 points per contest. Offensively, the teams are nearly identical, with Chicago averaging 82.4 points and Portland averaging 82.2 points per game.
The difference may come from efficiency. Portland owns a four-point advantage in field-goal percentage and enters the game with a better overall record. While Chicago has advantages in rebounds and blocks, the Fire have generally performed better throughout the season and have shown a greater ability to turn competitive games into victories.
Portland Fire vs Chicago Sky Picks and Prediction
Portland Fire vs Chicago Sky Pick
- Pick: Portland Fire Moneyline (-102)
Portland enters this matchup with the better overall record and has won two of its last five games, including a recent victory over Seattle. Chicago, meanwhile, has dropped five consecutive contests and owns just one home win all season. The Fire also shoot significantly better from the field, and that efficiency advantage could prove decisive in what projects to be a closely contested game.
Portland Fire vs Chicago Sky Total Pick
- Pick: Over 168.5
I like the over in this matchup. Both teams allow more than 88 points per game, and neither defense has consistently slowed opponents throughout the season. Portland and Chicago combine to average more than 164 points per game offensively, and given the defensive numbers on both sides, this total appears reachable. The recent results for both clubs also suggest scoring opportunities should be available throughout the game.
Final Score Prediction: Portland Fire 87 – Chicago Sky 83
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