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Shepard's Historic Night Powers Wings Over Fire 101-97
23 Jul
Summary
- Jessica Shepard achieved 18 points, 15 rebounds, and 10 assists.
- Dallas Wings secured a narrow 101-97 victory against the Portland Fire.
- The Wings maintained their lead despite a late comeback attempt by the Fire.
Jessica Shepard delivered a standout performance, tallying 18 points, 15 rebounds, and 10 assists to guide the Dallas Wings to a 101-97 victory over the Portland Fire. The Wings, now holding an 18-9 record, managed to secure the win after a late surge by the Fire threatened their lead.
Dallas had been on a six-game winning streak before a recent narrow loss. Arike Ogunbowale contributed 24 points, and Paige Bueckers added 21 for the Wings. The team had established a 12-point lead in the fourth quarter, which Portland worked to overcome.
The Fire, with a record of 17-10, made a strong push late in the game. Megan DiLeo led Portland with 21 points, including crucial baskets in the final minutes. Despite the comeback attempt, Portland's final shot at the buzzer missed, sealing the Wings' victory.
Earlier in the game, Portland took an early lead, but Dallas managed to even the score and take the lead by the end of the first quarter. The Wings extended their advantage in the second and third quarters, entering the final period with a 76-69 lead.
