The Dallas Wings achieved their first home victory of the season with a decisive 92-69 win over the Washington Mystics on Monday night in Arlington, Texas. This triumph was marked by impressive performances from several key players, including top draft pick Azzi Fudd, who scored a season-high 12 points off the bench.

Paige Bueckers led the Wings with 18 points and seven assists, showcasing her skill with a remarkable 4 of 5 shooting from beyond the arc. Arike Ogunbowale contributed 16 points, while Jessica Shepard added a double-double with 12 points and an impressive 16 rebounds, matching the league’s single-game high for rebounds this season.

The Wings capitalized on the Mystics’ 18 turnovers, scoring 23 points off these opportunities and leading by as many as 25 points during the game. Dallas pulled away with a strong finish to the third quarter, closing on a 19-6 run to build a 66-46 lead. They continued their momentum into the fourth quarter, scoring seven of the first nine points to extend their advantage to 73-48.

For Washington, Shakira Austin led the scoring with 12 points, while Lauren Betts added 11 points off the bench. Kiki Iriafen contributed nine points and 10 rebounds in a valiant effort.

Maddy Siegrist also made a notable impact for the Wings, scoring 10 points off the bench. This game marked the third time in four games that Dallas recorded over 20 assists, highlighting their effective teamwork and ball movement.

Upcoming Games

The Washington Mystics will travel to Seattle for back-to-back games against the Storm, starting on Sunday. Meanwhile, the Dallas Wings will embark on a three-game road trip, beginning with a matchup against the Chicago Sky on Wednesday.

Original reporting: Fort Worth, TX Sports (HLL/CB) — read the source article.