Sky, Aces take leads in their series

Today’s results:

The Sky held off the Sun, 76-72.

Chicago can clinch a finals berth Tuesday.

The Aces prevailed over the Storm in OT, 110-98.

There’s still time for Seattle to write a better ending.

WNBA player news:

How Courtney Vandersloot and Allie Quigley have set the standard for Chicago.

Candace Parker got her 27th playoff double-double today, tying Tamika Catchings for most all-time.

College player news:

Nika Muhl is ready to step up in place of Paige Bueckers.

Nixing the series with BYU is in the interest of South Carolina players, Dawn Staley says.