Arike Ogunbowale led Dallas with 18 points, while Jessica Shepard contributed 17 points and 10 rebounds to notch her 22nd double-double of the season ahead of the FIBA World Cup break.
Dallas Wings Secure Fourth Win
The Wings improved their record to 24-16 with Sunday’s victory, matching the franchise win total from 2007 when the team played as the Detroit Shock, according to AP reports. Back in 2003, the Shock franchise set a team record with 25 wins on their way to capturing the first of three WNBA championships. With this latest win, Dallas moved into a three-way tie with New York and Washington for sixth place in the WNBA standings, sitting two games behind Indiana and Atlanta.
Jessica Shepard Extends Double-Double Streak
Jessica Shepard anchored the Dallas frontcourt by securing 17 points and 10 rebounds. According to the Associated Press, this performance marked Shepard’s 22nd double-double of the season, extending her franchise record and ranking second across the WNBA behind Angel Reese, who leads the league with 29. Paige Bueckers added 15 points and six assists, and Maddy Siegrist chipped in 11 points for the Wings.
Connecticut Sun Struggle Despite Strong First Half
The Connecticut Sun fell to 10-30 on the year despite a dominant first half from Aaliyah Edwards. According to AP coverage, Edwards scored 21 of her career-high tying 26 points before halftime. Charlisse Leger-Walker added 17 points, hitting five 3-pointers for Connecticut. Saniya Rivers gave the Sun an 11-10 lead midway through the first quarter with a driving layup, but Bueckers answered with an inside score 11 seconds later to put Dallas ahead for good. The Sun struggled after halftime, shooting just 4 of 17 (23.5 percent) from the field and getting outscored 23-12 in the third quarter.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the final score of the Dallas Wings and Connecticut Sun game?
The Dallas Wings defeated the Connecticut Sun 97-71 on Sunday night, according to the Associated Press.
Who led the Dallas Wings in scoring?
Arike Ogunbowale led the Wings with 18 points, while Jessica Shepard added 17 points and 10 rebounds.
How many double-doubles does Jessica Shepard have this season?
Jessica Shepard recorded her 22nd double-double of the season against Connecticut, extending her franchise record, as reported by the AP.
When do both teams play next?
According to the schedule provided by the Associated Press, the Connecticut Sun will play at Atlanta on September 17, while the Dallas Wings will host Los Angeles on the same day.
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