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"I've Really Been Enjoying My Time Here": Grace Berger Grateful for Rest-of-Season Contract With Dallas Wings Grace Berger reacts to her rest-of-season deal with the Dallas Wings and fitting in alongside Paige Bueckers and Arike Ogunbowale.

Grace Berger on earning a rest-of-season deal with the Dallas Wings: “I’m grateful they’re taking a chance on me and believe in me enough to sign me for the rest of the season.”

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Paige Bueckers, Myisha Hines-Allen to Play vs. Indiana Fever; Arike Ogunbowale's Status Uncertain Dallas Wings' Paige Bueckers and Myisha Hines-Allen will play vs. Indiana Fever, while Arike Ogunbowale is questionable with knee soreness.

Paige Bueckers (back) and Myisha Hines-Allen (left ankle) will be available for Tuesday’s nationally televised Wings-Fever game on ESPN.

Arike Ogunbowale (right knee soreness) is now considered questionable.

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“Put Action Behind Our Words”: Paige Bueckers Urges Dallas Wings to Turn Talk Into Results After Fifth Straight Loss Paige Bueckers calls for execution over words after a loss to the Washington Mystics, pushing the Dallas Wings to turn promise into results.

Paige Bueckers opened Sunday optimistic about the Dallas Wings’ future, but after a fifth straight loss, she called for sharper execution in the short term.

Bueckers: “We’ve talked about it enough. We just need to put action behind our words."

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“Adrenaline Is a Hell of a Drug”: Paige Bueckers Managing Back Injury as Dallas Wings Share Status vs. Indiana Fever WNBA star Paige Bueckers discusses managing her back injury as the Dallas Wings prepare for a key matchup against the Indiana Fever.

The Dallas Wings list Paige Bueckers (back) and Myisha Hines-Allen (left ankle) as probable vs. the Indiana Fever.

Bueckers: “Adrenaline is a hell of a drug — once the game starts, it kind of goes away, and then you feel it the day after.”

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"Our Intensity Has to Stay the Same": Dallas Wings’ Strong Start Fades in Loss to Washington Mystics WNBA star Paige Bueckers scored 17 points, but the Dallas Wings fell 91-78 to the Washington Mystics after a second-half surge.

Paige Bueckers scored 17 points as the Dallas Wings dropped their fifth straight, falling 91–78 to the Washington Mystics after giving up 61 second-half points.

Bueckers: “We know what to do, so just doing it.”

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In front of friends and family, Maddy Siegrist made her return to the Dallas Wings lineup on Tuesday.

Our @grantafseth.bsky.social spoke with Siegrist, as well as her coach and teammates about her role as a team leader.

Diamond Miller embraces fresh start with Dallas Wings - The IX Basketball After being traded from the Minnesota Lynx to the Dallas Wings, Diamond Miller is aiming to expand her game and earn a bigger role.

Diamond Miller brings size, athleticism and a winner's mentality to Dallas. Where does she fit in after the trade from Minnesota?

Our @grantafseth.bsky.social takes us through Miller's first few days with the Wings:

Haley Jones’ versatility proving key to Wings’ frontcourt identity Haley Jones is anchoring the Dallas Wings with her two-way versatility, emerging as a key piece in the team’s frontcourt.

For the Dallas Wings, this season has been a bit turbulent. But, as @grantafseth.bsky.social writes, through the storms, Haley Jones has provided some key stability:

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“They’re All-Around”: Dallas Wings Prepare for Atlanta Dream Test After Statement Win Dallas hosts Atlanta looking to build on a dominant win over New York. Arike Ogunbowale, Paige Bueckers lead late-season surge.

The Dallas Wings play their third game in four days when they host the Atlanta Dream. The team is looking to build on its win vs. the New York Liberty.

Aziaha James: “It just takes us to take what we did last game and bring it into this one.”

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“It’s Showing on the Court”: Arike Ogunbowale’s Post-Break Rhythm Is Lifting the Dallas Wings After battling injury before the All-Star break, Arike Ogunbowale has returned with renewed rhythm and leadership for the Dallas Wings.

Since the break, Arike Ogunbowale is playing her best basketball of the season for the Dallas Wings.

Paige Bueckers on Ogunbowale's 20-point, 14-assist, and 1-turnover game against the New York Liberty: “Tonight’s story should be about her.”

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“We’re Building That Chemistry”: Dallas Wings Top New York Liberty Behind Arike Ogunbowale’s Historic Night Arike Ogunbowale posts 20 points, 14 assists as the Dallas Wings beat the New York Liberty and snap a two-game skid on national TV.

Arike Ogunbowale had 20 points and a career-high 14 assists in the Dallas Wings’ 92-82 win over the New York Liberty. Paige Bueckers added 20 points.

Ogunbowale: “We’re building chemistry — and the assist numbers show that.”

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“We Got Stagnant”: Dallas Wings Rest Paige Bueckers, Struggle Late in Loss to Las Vegas Aces Dallas sat Paige Bueckers for rest in Sunday’s loss to the Aces. Teaira McCowan posted 12 points, 13 boards in her best game of the season.

The Dallas Wings rested Paige Bueckers on the first night of a back-to-back and fell 106–80 to the Las Vegas Aces.

Chris Koclanes: “We’ve got to finish through contact — can’t rely on the whistle.”

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Paige Bueckers, Myisha Hines-Allen Ruled Out as Dallas Wings Open Homestand Against Las Vegas Aces Paige Bueckers will miss Sunday’s game vs. Las Vegas for rest — her first such absence this season. Myisha Hines-Allen is also sidelined.

Paige Bueckers will miss the Dallas Wings' matchup with the Las Vegas Aces on Sunday, her first official absence for rest this season.

Chris Koclanes: “Health and safety is the number one priority.”

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"We Didn’t Stop the Bleeding": Dallas Wings Let Early Lead Slip in Loss to Golden State Valkyries Paige Bueckers scores 17, but the Dallas Wings fall 86–76 to the Golden State Valkyries after a strong first quarter.

The Dallas Wings led by 12 early and held Golden State to 10 first-quarter points, but the Valkyries outscored them 76–55 the rest of the way.

Aziaha James: “We didn’t stop the bleeding.”

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"We’ll Be Near the Top of the Conference Going Into the Playoffs:" Dallas Mavericks Exec Makes Bold Prediction for Next Season NBA reporter Keith Smith of Spotrac spoke to a Dallas Mavericks front executive at Summer League and the exec made a bold prediction

Despite Kyrie Irving beginning the season recovering from ACL surgery, a Dallas Mavericks executive has a bold prediction for how the 2025-26 season will go.

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“They Believe in Me”: Li Yueru Shines in Return to Seattle as Dallas Wings Roll Past Storm Li Yueru grabs 10 rebounds in her return to Seattle, helping the Wings rout the Storm. “They believe in me,” she says after the 87–63 win.

Li Yueru made a strong impact in her return to Seattle. She scored 8 points and grabbed 10 rebounds to help the Dallas Wings win a blowout over the Storm.

Yueru on her time in Dallas so far: “They believe in me.”

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Paige Bueckers Ties Caitlin Clark for Significant WNBA Milestone in Win Over Seattle Storm Paige Bueckers ties Caitlin Clark as the fastest to 300 points and 100 assists in WNBA history during Wings' blowout win over the Storm.

Paige Bueckers tied Caitlin Clark as the fastest in WNBA history to reach 300 points and 100 assists, in 19 games. It's the latest of many historic milestones for the Dallas Wings star.

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Myisha Hines-Allen Out vs. Golden State Valkyries, Wears Boot at Dallas Wings Practice Myisha Hines-Allen is out with a lower leg injury and was seen in a walking boot. Haley Jones steps up as the Wings face the Valkyries.

Myisha Hines-Allen is out against the Golden State Valkyries with a lower leg injury and was wearing a walking boot at Thursday's practice in San Francisco.

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"I Try to Be a Spark": Haley Jones Showing Promise as Point Forward for Dallas Wings Haley Jones is stepping up for the Dallas Wings, impacting both ends with poise, pace, and elite versatility in her 2025 WNBA season.

As a "point forward," Haley Jones is doing it all for the Dallas Wings. She scores, facilitates, guards multiple positions, and pushes the pace.

Last 2 games: 11.0 points, 5.5 rebounds, 4.5 assists, 2.5 steals, 1.5 blocks in 20.0 minutes.

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The Dallas Wings' simplified playbook has sparked offensive growth, which Paige Bueckers compared to her UConn tenure.

Bueckers: “We kind of just minimized things to keep it easier, keep it simple, stick with the things that work."

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“He’s Going to Be Fine”: Dallas Mavericks GM Nico Harrison Says Kyrie Irving Ahead of Schedule in Injury Rehab Mavs GM Nico Harrison says Kyrie Irving is ahead of schedule in his ACL rehab, with no rush to return despite his intense daily workouts.

Kyrie Irving is ahead of schedule in his ACL rehab, per Dallas Mavericks general manager Nico Harrison: “He’s going two or three times a day… he’s going to be fine.”

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Sources: Popeye Jones to Join Dallas Mavericks as No. 3 Assistant Coach The Mavericks are hiring Popeye Jones as an assistant coach to replace Jared Dudley. He will serve as the No. 3 assistant.

Sources tell Dallas Hoops Journal the Dallas Mavericks are hiring Popeye Jones as their No. 3 assistant coach following Jared Dudley's departure.

Jones, eager to return to the Mavs organization, will focus on defense.

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Wings' revamped frontcourt building chemistry as presence grows - The Next The Dallas Wings' frontcourt is coming together as Li Yueru, Luisa Geiselsöder, and Teaira McCowan build chemistry and impact both ends.

From @grantafseth.bsky.social: With Teaira McCowan and Luisa Geiselsödeback from EuroBasket, the Dallas Wings frontcourt finally has a chance to show its potential.

Warriors, Clippers Monitoring Bradley Beal Buyout Situation The Warriors and Clippers are among the teams watching Bradley Beal’s status as the Suns explore a potential contract buyout.

Bradley Beal’s future in Phoenix is up in the air — and the Warriors and Clippers are watching closely. A buyout could open the door for a major West Coast shakeup.

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Dallas Wings Move Rematch with Indiana Fever to American Airlines Center After Historic Showing in June Dallas Wings move Aug. 1 game vs. Indiana Fever to AAC after 20,409 fans packed the June matchup, one of the largest crowds in WNBA history.

The Dallas Wings are heading back to the American Airlines Center.

After drawing 20,409 fans in a record-setting night vs. the Indiana Fever, the Aug. 1 rematch has officially been moved to downtown Dallas.

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DiJonai Carrington, Arike Ogunbowale Headline Dallas Wings Injury Report vs. Phoenix Mercury The Dallas Wings will be without DiJonai Carrington, Arike Ogunbowale, Tyasha Harris, and Maddy Siegrist on Monday vs. the Phoenix Mercury.

The Dallas Wings will be without DiJonai Carrington, Arike Ogunbowale, Maddy Siegrist, and Tyasha Harris against the Phoenix Mercury.

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“I Want to Be Better”: Dallas Wings Want to Help Paige Bueckers More Against Blitzes Paige Bueckers continues to shine, but the Dallas Wings are working to ease her workload as teammates step up to share the offensive burden.

The Dallas Wings are working to relieve Paige Bueckers's pressure against blitzes, and she’s holding herself to a high standard in the process.

Luisa Geiselsöder: “She’s having to really search for us.”

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“Finding Our Identity”: Dallas Wings Hit Stride as Rookies Emerge, Frontcourt Builds, and Identity Takes Hold The Dallas Wings are finding their identity as rookie guards step up, the frontcourt stabilizes, and the team gains momentum.

Saturday’s Dallas Wings practice was full of energy and provided a chance to fine-tune as rookies emerge, and a new-look frontcourt continues to build continuity on the fly.

Inside how it’s coming together:

Sources: Mike Penberthy Joining Dallas Mavericks’ Coaching Staff Mike Penberthy is joining the Mavericks' coaching staff as Dallas reshapes Jason Kidd’s bench ahead of the 2025–26 NBA season.Ask ChatGPT

The Dallas Mavericks are making another change to their coaching staff by hiring Mike Penberthy, sources confirmed to Dallas Hoops Journal.

Penberthy spent plenty of time working with Anthony Davis with the Los Angeles Lakers.

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“People Like That Deserve to Say Goodbye”: Donnie Nelson Breaks Silence on Dallas Mavericks' Luka Dončić Trade Donnie Nelson compares Luka Dončić’s exit to Dirk Nowitzki’s farewell, saying both stars deserved to leave Dallas on their own terms.

Donnie Nelson rips the Dallas Mavericks over trading Luka Dončić, and says Dirk Nowitzki would never have been treated that way.

Nelson told Ekipa24 about the Dončić trade: “People like that deserve to say goodbye on their own terms.”

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