Sky forward Rickea Jackson out for season after tearing left ACL: How it happened, what it means for Chicago
Rickea Jackson of the Chicago Sky has been ruled out for the remainder of the season due to a torn ACL in her left knee. This injury comes after a promising start to the season, where she was averaging impressive stats. The Sky's general manager expressed confidence in her recovery, but the injury poses significant challenges for both Jackson and the team.
- ▪Rickea Jackson suffered a torn ACL during a game against the Minnesota Lynx.
- ▪She was averaging 22 points, six rebounds, and two blocks per game before the injury.
- ▪Jackson was traded to the Sky in the offseason and was expected to have a breakout season.
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Sky forward Rickea Jackson out for season after tearing left ACL: How it happened, what it means for Chicago Jackson, who was traded to Chicago in the offseason, looked to be having a breakout season By Jack Maloney May 19, 2026 at 11:40 am ET • 5 min read Getty Images The Chicago Sky announced Tuesday that third-year forward Rickea Jackson has suffered a torn ACL in her left knee and will miss the remainder of the season. The news is a devastating blow for Jackson, who was playing some of the best basketball of her career, and the Sky, who were off to a 3-1 start. "We're devastated that Rickea suffered this injury, but we are confident she will make a full recovery," Sky general manager Jeff Pagliocca said in a press release.
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