Chicago Sky Confirms Successful Surgery for Rickea Jackson’s ACL Injury

The Chicago Sky has announced that forward Rickea Jackson successfully underwent surgery to repair her left knee ACL injury, which she sustained earlier this season. Jackson was in the midst of a promising start to her career with the Sky when she suffered the injury during her fourth game of the 2026 season.

Currently, the Sky holds a disappointing 4-10 record, a statistic that many attribute to the significant impact of Jackson's absence. Prior to her injury, she was averaging 22.0 points and 6.0 rebounds per game, contributing to the team’s strong 3-1 start. However, since her injury, the team has only secured one win in the following ten games.

Jackson's injury occurred on May 17th during a matchup against the Minnesota Lynx. While attempting to create space for a shot, her knee buckled awkwardly, leading to the season-ending injury. Fortunately, the Sky has reported no additional muscle tears, which bodes well for her recovery process.

Despite being sidelined, Jackson received considerable recognition in the early stages of the 2026 WNBA All-Star voting, placing in the top 40 with 39,198 votes, surpassing her teammate Kamilla Cardoso by around 3,000 votes. This highlights her influence on the court and her value to the team.

As the Sky aims to regain momentum, Coach Tyler Marsh emphasized the team’s commitment to supporting Jackson during her recovery. “We’re just surrounding her with love and comfort and letting her know we’re here for her in any way possible,” he stated. Jackson’s teammates also showed their solidarity by wearing her #5 jersey during a recent home opener, demonstrating their unwavering support as she embarks on her rehabilitation journey.