Dallas Wings Secure Final Playoff Spot with Victory Over Portland Fire

In Arlington, Texas, the Dallas Wings secured the final playoff spot in the WNBA by defeating the Portland Fire 96-78 on Tuesday night. This victory marks the Wings' first playoff appearance since 2023 and sets a franchise record for regular-season wins with five games remaining.

Paige Bueckers led the Wings with 22 points and 11 assists, while Jessica Shepard contributed 21 points, nine rebounds, and six assists. All five starters for Dallas scored in double figures, including Arike Ogunbowale with 17 points and Awak Kuier, who recorded a double-double with 12 points and 12 rebounds.

Portland's Bridget Carleton and Karlie Samuelson each scored 14 points, and Emily Engstler added 12 points along with a career-high 15 rebounds. The Wings maintained a significant lead throughout the game, with Portland never taking the lead and trailing by as many as 26 points.