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Dallas Wings Seek Home Opener Upset vs. Dream
12 May
Summary
- Dallas Wings beat Indiana Fever in season opener.
- Angel Reese had a double-double in her Dream debut.
- Both teams feature high-paced offenses in early season.
The Dallas Wings kicked off their 2026 season with an upset victory over the Indiana Fever, signaling potential strength early on. They now face the Atlanta Dream in their home opener, entering the game as slight underdogs.
The Atlanta Dream, featuring Rhyne Howard and Allisha Gray, have added Angel Reese to their roster. Reese made an immediate impact, recording a double-double in her debut against the Minnesota Lynx.
While the Wings had a limited win record in the 2025 season, significant roster additions including Azzi Fudd and Alanna Smith, alongside a more experienced Paige Bueckers, have deepened the team for 2026.
Both the Wings and the Dream demonstrated potent offensive capabilities in their season openers, with Dallas scoring 107 points and Atlanta scoring 91. Both teams also rank highly in pace, suggesting an up-tempo game.
Angel Reese's rebounding prowess is highlighted as a key factor against the Wings, who struggled with rebounding in their first game. Reese averaged 12.9 rebounds per game in her career and is expected to play a significant center role for the Dream.
