The WNBA regular season is starting with a game between the Seattle Storm and the Dallas Wings. This game will take place at the College Park Center on Sunday, August 23, 2026, at 4:00 PM. Fans can expect an exciting start to the season.
Seattle Storm comes into this game with a recent record of 7-30. In their last three games, they had a close loss to the Chicago Sky, losing 82-80. They also lost to the Portland Fire by 84-82. However, they managed a win against the Chicago Sky with a score of 97-88.
Dallas Wings have a recent record of 21-16. They won their last game against the Indiana Fever with a score of 91-85. Before that, they lost to the Golden State Valkyries, 78-70, and to the Indiana Fever, 98-87. Both teams will look to start the season strong.
Wings Preview
The Dallas Wings play in the Western Conference. They do not have a head coach listed. In the 2026 regular season, the Wings had a record of 21-16. They ranked first in their conference.
The Wings performed well at home with a record of 11-6. Away from home, they had a balanced record of 10-10. In their last 10 games, they maintained the same record as their overall season, 21-16. They are currently on a one-game winning streak.
In a recent game against the Indiana Fever, the Wings won 91-85. Arike Ogunbowale scored 32 points, making 12 out of 22 field goals. Awak Kuier also contributed with 11 points and 8 rebounds.
During the season, Paige Bueckers led the team in scoring with an average of 18.7 points per game. Jessica Shepard was strong in rebounds, averaging 10.3 per game. Arike Ogunbowale played all 38 games, averaging 14.9 points per game.
Storm Preview
The Seattle Storm had a challenging 2026 regular season. They ended with a record of 7 wins and 30 losses. At home, they managed 5 wins but struggled on the road with only 2 victories. Their recent form shows a losing streak of two games.
In their recent games, the Storm played against the Chicago Sky and Portland Fire. They lost both games by only two points. Against the Sky, the Storm scored 80 points, while in the game against the Fire, they scored 82 points. These close games show their ability to compete but also highlight areas for improvement.
Dominique Malonga and Ezi Magbegor were key players for the Storm. Malonga scored 26 points in a win against the Sky on August 10. Magbegor also contributed significantly, scoring 17 points in the game against the Sky on August 16. Their performances were crucial in keeping the games competitive.
Throughout the season, Natisha Hiedeman was a standout player for the Storm. She averaged 15 points per game, leading the team in scoring. Dominique Malonga also made a strong impact, averaging 13 points and 6.8 rebounds per game. These players were vital to the team's efforts during the season.
Statistical Breakdown for Wings vs Storm
The Dallas Wings have a strong home record, which could be a key factor in this game. Their scoring power, led by Paige Bueckers and Arike Ogunbowale, will be crucial. The Seattle Storm, despite their struggles, have shown they can keep games close. Players like Natisha Hiedeman and Dominique Malonga will need to perform well for the Storm to compete.
- Dallas Wings Home Record: 11-6
- Seattle Storm Away Record: 2-15
- Paige Bueckers Average Points: 18.7 per game
- Arike Ogunbowale Average Points: 14.9 per game
- Natisha Hiedeman Average Points: 15 per game
- Dominique Malonga Average Points: 13 per game
Betting Insights
The Seattle Storm and Dallas Wings are set for an interesting game. The Storm have struggled straight up but have performed better against the spread. Meanwhile, the Wings have been more successful straight up, especially as favorites. Let's look at the top betting trends for this game.
- Seattle Storm are 7-3 against the spread in their last 10 games.
- Seattle Storm are 21-12 against the spread as underdogs.
- Seattle Storm have a 59.5% success rate against the spread in all games.
- Dallas Wings have a 75.0% success rate straight up as favorites.
- Dallas Wings have gone under the total in their last 3 games.
Free Betting Prediction for Wings vs Storm
The Dallas Wings have a strong home record, which gives them an edge in this game. With players like Paige Bueckers and Arike Ogunbowale leading the scoring, they have the firepower to secure a win. The Wings' ability to perform well as favorites adds to their chances of success.
The Seattle Storm have struggled this season, especially on the road. However, they have kept games close recently, which shows they can compete. Players like Natisha Hiedeman and Dominique Malonga will need to step up for the Storm to have a chance.
Considering the Wings' strong home performance and the Storm's road struggles, the Wings are likely to win. The Wings' ability to win straight up as favorites supports this prediction. The spread of -7.5 for the Wings seems reasonable given their home advantage.
- Our Free Prediction: Wings -7.5
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