Tina Charles ties WNBA double-double record as Dream defeat Sky

On Tuesday night, the Atlanta Dream secured a crucial victory against the Chicago Sky, winning 86-70. This win allowed the Dream to move into the eighth playoff spot with one game remaining in the regular season. Jordin Canada led the team with 18 points, while Tina Charles contributed significantly with 16 points and 14 rebounds, marking her 193rd career double-double, tying the WNBA record held by Sylvia Fowles. The game saw Atlanta take control early, leading by as much as 18 points in the first half. Charles's performance was pivotal, especially in the final quarter, where she and Canada scored the first 14 points, maintaining a comfortable lead. The Dream's strong showing was further supported by Allisha Gray and Rhyne Howard, who each added 15 points. Chicago struggled without their leading scorer, Chennedy Carter, who was sidelined due to a foot injury. The Sky's performance has been inconsistent, losing four of their last five games, which has impacted their playoff chances. Rachel Banham led Chicago with 22 points, but it wasn't enough to overcome Atlanta's dominance. As the regular season approaches its conclusion, the Dream's victory not only boosts their playoff hopes but also highlights Charles's remarkable career achievements, as she surpassed 4,000 career rebounds and remains the only player in WNBA history with over 7,000 points and 4,000 rebounds. The upcoming games will be crucial for determining playoff positions.