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Chicago Sky made massive 28-point comeback to set WNBA record in win over Aces

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They say basketball is a game of runs, but rarely do you see the type of extremes that took place Tuesday in Las Vegas. The Chicago Sky overcame a 28-point deficit to beat the Aces for the largest comeback in WNBA history – but only after giving up a WNBA record 41 points in the first quarter.

Yeah, that’s a lot to unpack.

A game featuring the Aces, who have the league’s best record and best odds to win this year’s title, going against the reigning league champion Sky started off as a dud. But for those who stuck around, it turned into the ultimate display of resolve. And for those who were bold enough to live-bet on the Sky when they were down by 20-plus, the payout had to be quite nice.

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