The Dallas Wings are making waves in the WNBA, achieving their best start to a regular season since the franchise’s move from Tulsa over a decade ago. This season, the Wings have excelled in the Commissioner’s Cup, boasting a 2-0 record following victories against the Los Angeles Sparks and the Seattle Storm.

Key Players Shine

In their recent win over the Sparks, Arike Ogunbowale delivered an impressive performance with 30 points, 6 assists, and 6 rebounds in 34 minutes. Paige Bueckers also made significant contributions, scoring 18 points and setting a career-high with 14 assists, tying a team record. Bueckers continues to lead the team in scoring, ranking in the league’s top 10 with an average of 18 points per game.

Jessica Shepard, a recent free agent acquisition, has been a valuable addition to the team, earning the WNBA player of the week honors. Shepard contributed 22 points and 15 rebounds in the game against the Sparks. Meanwhile, Azzi Fudd, the first overall pick, remains a strong presence in the starting lineup, adding 11 points. Fudd is among the top rookie scorers in the league, alongside Minnesota’s Olivia Miles, who is currently favored to win WNBA Rookie of the Year.

Looking Ahead

All five of the Wings’ starters scored at least 10 points in their recent victory. Last season, the Wings struggled to reach seven victories until late July, finishing with a 10-34 record and missing the playoffs for the second consecutive year. This season, however, they have already secured a 4-game winning streak, with their only road loss occurring in Atlanta last month.

The upcoming game against Minnesota marks a homecoming for Bueckers, a native of the state. The Wings aim to continue their winning momentum, having been defeated by Minnesota in Arlington on May 14. Minnesota, with losses only to Atlanta and Chicago, will provide a challenging matchup.

Original reporting: Dallas TX News (HLL/CB) — read the source article.