"Ogunbowale and Bueckers Lead the Way: Wings Defeat Liberty with Their Playmaking Abilities"
Dallas Wings Soar to Victory with Arike Ogunbowale's Career-High Performance
The Dallas Wings secured a hard-fought 92-82 victory over the New York Liberty, thanks to a standout performance from Arike Ogunbowale. Ogunbowale shattered her own career-high with an impressive 20 points and a franchise-record-tying 14 assists, marking a rare points-assists double-double in the WNBA.
In a game that saw Ogunbowale dishing out 10 assists before halftime, out-assisting the entire Liberty roster through the first two quarters, the Wings set a franchise record with 20 assists in the half. The team's offensive prowess was evident, as they outscored New York 63-36 through the first two quarters.
Ogunbowale's double-double in a single game is the first in Wings history, although specific details on achieving this feat in a single half were not provided. Regardless, her performance was undeniably exceptional, with only one turnover to her name.
The Wings' new lineup featuring JJ Quinerly, Paige Bueckers, Arike Ogunbowale, Haley Jones, and Luisa Geiselsöder proved to be a focal point of the offense, with Bueckers contributing 20 points, six rebounds, four assists, and three steals. The team's improved chemistry and communication, particularly between Ogunbowale and Bueckers, was evident in their dynamic play.
The victory over the Liberty snapped a two-game skid and improved the Wings' season record to 8-19. The team will host the Atlanta Dream at College Park Center on Wednesday night, aiming to build on this momentum and continue their climb up the WNBA standings.
Despite the win, the Wings struggled offensively in the fourth quarter, managing only one field goal over the final 10 minutes. The Liberty switched to a zone in the second half, which slowed down the Wings' offense. However, the team's defensive tenacity and focus on the present, as emphasized by Ogunbowale, helped them maintain their lead at the free throw line and secure crucial defensive stops.
The Wings' recent performance has been a mixed bag, with a loss to the Las Vegas Aces 106-87 on August 17, 2025. Key players for Dallas included Maddy Siegrist with a career-high 23 points and Paige Bueckers with 18 points. Arike Ogunbowale was absent due to a knee injury in this game. The team has had a challenging season with a record of 9-26 and has lost seven of their last eight games.
As the Wings look towards the future, the performance against the Liberty serves as a promising sign of things to come. With Ogunbowale's career-high in assists and a points-assists double-double, the team demonstrated their potential for offensive brilliance. As they prepare for the Atlanta Dream, the Wings will aim to build on this victory and continue to improve their offensive and defensive strategies.
[1] Wings Press Release
[2] WNBA Box Score
[3] ESPN Game Recap
[4] Dallas Morning News
- The Dallas Wings demonstrated their potential for success in the NBA's sister league, the WNBA, through a triumphant 92-82 game win over the New York Liberty, showcasing their exceptional team play and individual performances such as Arike Ogunbowale's points-assists double-double.
- In the midst of a challenging season, the Dallas Wings displayed a promising shift in their gameplay, as demonstrated in their impressive victory against the New York Liberty, which featured a compelling collaboration between players like Arike Ogunbowale, JJ Quinerly, and Paige Bueckers.
- The WNBA witnessed a historic moment on the court with Arike Ogunbowale's standout performance for the Dallas Wings, as she set a new franchise record with 14 assists in a single game, contributing significantly to their victory against the New York Liberty in an enlarged NBA follower's perspective.
