{
  "id": 3396509,
  "title": "Aaliyah Edwards scores a career-high 26 points as the Sun beat the Sky 87-81",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/26/aaliyah-edwards-scores-a-career-high-26-points-as-the-sun-beat-the",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-26T01:29:34.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Winnipeg Free Press",
    "slug": "winnipeg-free-press",
    "url": "https://www.winnipegfreepress.com/sports/basketball/2026/08/25/aaliyah-edwards-scores-a-career-high-26-points-as-the-sun-beat-the-sky-87-81"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "UNCASVILLE, Conn. (AP) — Aaliyah Edwards delivered a standout performance, scoring a career-high 26 points along with 10 rebounds, as the Connecticut Sun edged out the Chicago Sky 87-81 on Tuesday night. Diamond Miller contributed 21 points to the victory. In the final quarter, the Sun capitalized on a 78-58 lead to cement their win, extending their lead to seven points. Kennedy Burke contributed 19 points for the Sun (10-27). Notably, recent absences of Brittney Griner (left knee) and Olivia Nelson-Ododa (right knee) did not impact the outcome. Kamilla Cardoso led Chicago (15-24) with 24 points and 13 rebounds, marking her 14th double-double of the season, while Azura Stevens chipped in with 18 points. Courtney Vandersloot etched her name into WNBA history by becoming the second player to reach 3,000 career assists, showcasing her enduring impact on the game.",
  "summary": null,
  "key_points": [
    "Aaliyah Edwards scores 26 points, career-high",
    "Diamond Miller adds 21 points to victory",
    "Kamilla Cardoso leads Chicago with 24 points"
  ],
  "editors_take": "Aaliyah Edwards' breakout performance cements her role as a key contributor for the Connecticut Sun, who overcome recent absences to secure a crucial win against the Chicago Sky.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}