Dallas, Texas – The Dallas Wings continued their dominant stretch with a 97‑77 victory over the Los Angeles Sparks on Thursday night, marking the team’s fifth consecutive win. The triumph ties the franchise record for most victories in a single season, matching the 25‑win mark set by the 2003 Detroit Shock.
Shepard’s historic night
Jessica Shepard delivered a standout performance, recording her fifth triple‑double of the year with 13 points, 11 rebounds and 12 assists. Her achievement places her third on the all‑time WNBA single‑season list, behind Alyssa Thomas, who posted six triple‑doubles in 2023 and eight in 2025.
Supporting contributions
Paige Bueckers added 19 points, while Maddy Siegrist contributed 12 and Arike Ogunbowale chipped in 11 for the Wings. Bench players Kitija Laksa and Aziaha James each scored 10 points. The team surged ahead with a decisive 12‑0 run that spanned the third‑quarter break, establishing a 74‑58 lead that proved insurmountable.
Dallas finished the night with a commanding 46‑27 advantage in rebounds, underscoring their physical dominance on the court.
Opponents’ effort
Los Angeles’ Nneka Ogwumike led the Sparks with 18 points, supported by Dearica Hamby’s 14 and Rae Burrell’s 12. Despite a solid effort, the Sparks could not match the Wings’ momentum, especially after Odyssey Sims left the game in the fourth quarter due to a right‑knee injury sustained late in the third.
Season outlook
With three regular‑season games remaining, the Wings are positioned to finish the year tied with the historic Shock benchmark. Their next matchup is a home game against the Phoenix Mercury on Saturday, while the Sparks travel to Portland on Sunday.
The Wings’ recent success reflects a blend of veteran leadership and emerging talent, offering Dallas fans a reason to celebrate as the season draws to a close.
Original reporting: Fort Worth, TX Sports (HLL/CB) — read the source article.
