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Wings Soar: Record Turnaround Secures Playoff Berth
24 Sep
Summary
- Dallas Wings achieved the WNBA's best single-season turnaround with a 17-win improvement.
- Jessica Shepard recorded her WNBA-leading sixth triple-double with 20 points, 11 rebounds, 12 assists.
- The Wings secured the No. 7 playoff seed after a dominant regular-season finale win.
The Dallas Wings concluded their regular season with an impressive 103-91 triumph over the Seattle Storm. This victory marked a historic achievement for the franchise, as the Wings recorded the WNBA's best single-season turnaround, improving their win total by 17 games compared to the previous year.
Fueled by a strong performance from Paige Bueckers, who scored 25 points, and Jessica Shepard's WNBA-leading sixth triple-double (20 points, 11 rebounds, 12 assists), Dallas secured the No. 7 seed in the upcoming WNBA playoffs. Arike Ogunbowale also contributed significantly with 23 points and six assists.
The Wings, who have won seven of their last eight games, demonstrated resilience by pulling away late in the game after Seattle made a run. This win also marks their first-ever season sweep against the Seattle Storm, having won all four matchups.
