Thirteen shots. Thirteen baskets. Zero misses. Kamilla Cardoso didn't just have a career night on Friday; she rewrote the WNBA record books.

By finishing 13-for-13 from the floor, the Chicago Sky center set a new league record for the most field goals made without a single miss. She poured in 30 points and grabbed eight rebounds, anchoring a 124-94 demolition of the Portland Fire. It was a masterclass in efficiency. It was also the second 30-point game in league history by a player who shot 100%, joining Nneka Ogwumike’s 12-for-12 performance in 2016.

The Confidence Factor

Cardoso’s dominance didn't happen in a vacuum. Before the game, she received a text from her former South Carolina coach, Dawn Staley. It was a simple reminder of her own potential. For a player who has occasionally struggled with confidence since being drafted third overall in 2024, the message hit home. She played like a woman possessed.

"She texts me all the time," Cardoso said. "Just to make me feel confident and to let me know that she's always on my corner."

Her teammates fed off that energy. The Sky recorded a league-record 38 assists, moving the ball with a fluidity that left Portland’s defense scrambling. Chicago shot 66.2% as a team, a staggering figure that highlights the collective buy-in to coach Tyler Marsh’s system. They aren't just winning; they are dismantling opponents.

The Return of a Legend

While Cardoso provided the fireworks, the atmosphere at Wintrust Arena was defined by the return of Courtney Vandersloot. The five-time All-Star checked in midway through the first quarter, greeted by a deafening roar from the home crowd. It was her first appearance after a torn ACL sidelined her for most of the 2025 season.

"It feels like first day of school vibes," Vandersloot said. She finished with 10 points and seven assists in limited minutes.

Her presence adds a complex layer to Marsh’s rotation. With Skylar Diggins and Natasha Cloud already in the backcourt, the Sky now possess an embarrassment of riches at the point guard spot. Marsh experimented with all three on the floor simultaneously, a look that could become a nightmare for opposing defenses if the chemistry holds.

A Historic Offensive Surge

Portland had no answers. The Fire have now allowed 100-plus points in three consecutive road games, a defensive collapse that mirrors the 2018 Las Vegas Aces. For Chicago, the win marks their second consecutive 100-point game, a feat the franchise has only achieved three times in its history.

Marsh’s focus on selflessness is paying dividends. The ball isn't sticking. Players are finding the open teammate, and the results are showing up in the box score.

Key Takeaways

  • Cardoso’s 13-for-13 shooting performance stands as the new WNBA record for field goals without a miss.
  • The Sky’s 38 assists set a new league record, underscoring a historic night of offensive ball movement.
  • Courtney Vandersloot’s return adds a veteran playmaker to a rotation already featuring Skylar Diggins and Natasha Cloud.

What Comes Next

The Sky face a grueling stretch of three games in the next seven days, starting with a Tuesday night clash against a top-tier defensive unit. That game will serve as the true test for Marsh’s new three-guard rotation. If they can maintain this level of ball movement against a disciplined defense, the rest of the league will have to adjust their game plans accordingly.