WNBA Game at United Center Sets Record for Most Expensive Nap

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19,496 fans set a new attendance record at United Center for a WNBA game, but some spent the second half in dreamland.
Sky lost 79-52 to the Indiana Fever, who pulled off the win without WNBA sensation Caitlin Clark.
Ticket prices ranged from $9 to $5,000, but at least the nap was NBA-arena quality.

Chicago’s Costliest Snooze

Chicagoans are used to shelling out big bucks for a front-row seat to sports heartbreak, but Saturday night’s WNBA showdown set a new bar for pricey relaxation. As the Sky struggled to put up points against the Fever, nearly 20,000 fans seized the opportunity to test the comfort level of United Center seats. Sleep experts say few nap experiences compare to dozing off in a crowd that size, especially with the gentle sound of missed layups echoing off the rafters.

The Nap Heard ’Round the Loop

Security reported multiple sightings of fans catching some Z’s in section 305, prompting a United Center vendor to start selling “Wake Me When It’s Close” eye masks. “I paid five grand for these courtside seats and don’t even remember the third quarter,” said one fan, who woke up to find a foam finger gently snoring next to him.

Still Better Than the Cubs?

Even with the Sky down big, locals took solace in the fact that the arena was louder and less depressing than your average Cubs home game. One attendee remarked, “At least nobody tried to catch a foul ball with their nachos.” Meanwhile, United Center officials declared the night a success for women’s sports and high-end sleep enthusiasts alike.

Sky, Fever, and the Future of Expensive Napping

As the Sky and Fever prepare for their next matchup, both teams are looking to bring the action—and maybe a little more excitement—for the city’s sports faithful. If nothing else, ticket holders can always look forward to a premium snooze, complete with the soothing soundtrack of sneakers squeaking and gentle applause for made free throws.

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