Wings 92 - Storm 70 (8/23/2026): Dallas Dominates With 50% Shooting

Sunday's clash at the College Park Center saw the Dallas Wings overpower the Seattle Storm with a decisive 92–70 victory. The Wings capitalized on their home advantage to secure their 22nd win of the season, strengthening their position in the Western Conference.

The game tipped off with the Wings taking a commanding lead, posting a 34-point first quarter compared to the Storm's 17. Seattle struggled to keep pace throughout the game, ultimately falling short in all but the third quarter.

First Half Dominance

Dallas set the tone early, with efficient shooting that left the Storm chasing the game. By halftime, the Wings were already ahead by 21 points, making it an uphill battle for Seattle.

Seattle's shooting woes were evident as they managed a field goal percentage of just 33.8%. Despite their struggles from the field, the Storm's free-throw shooting stood out, hitting 88.9% of their attempts from the line.

Second Half Struggles

In the third quarter, Seattle showed signs of life, scoring 23 points, their highest-scoring quarter in the game. Nevertheless, Dallas maintained control with solid defensive work and strategic ball movement.

The Wings' consistent performance was highlighted by their balanced scoring and teamwork, leading to 23 assists on the night. The home team also displayed tenacity on the boards, outrebounding Seattle 40-34.

Key Performances

For the Wings, Awak Kuier delivered a notable performance with 9 points and 7 rebounds. Arike Ogunbowale contributed 7 points and orchestrated the offense with 6 assists.

Seattle's Dominique Malonga was a bright spot, scoring 12 points and grabbing 5 rebounds. However, the lack of offensive support from her teammates proved detrimental to the Storm's efforts.

Turnovers were a recurring issue for the Storm, with 14 lost possessions compared to Dallas' 12. This difference was pivotal in maintaining the Wings' momentum and control throughout the game.

Seattle now turns its focus to their upcoming home game against the Toronto Tempo on August 26th. They will be eager to break their three-game losing streak and improve their standing.

Meanwhile, Dallas looks forward to hosting the Portland Fire on August 25th. With confidence and momentum on their side, the Wings aim to continue their winning streak at home.

Both teams will look to capitalize on their strengths and address any weaknesses as the regular season progresses. As always, the intensity of the WNBA remains unmatched, delivering yet another exciting contest to its fans.