Updates on the health conditions of Paige Bueckers and Arike Ogunbowale prior to their match for the Sparks-Wings game
The Dallas Wings are set to host the Los Angeles Sparks on Friday night in Arlington, TX, with several key players dealing with injuries. The Wings currently have a 9-24 overall record and are in last place in the Western Conference, while the Sparks trail the Seattle Storm by only a half-game for fifth place in the conference with a 15-17 record.
Dallas Wings Injury Updates
Paige Bueckers, the clear front-runner for the WNBA Rookie of the Year Award, is listed as probable for the game despite dealing with a lingering back injury. She has been a standout player for the Wings, averaging 18.4 points, 5.4 assists, 4.0 rebounds, and 1.8 steals per outing. However, she recently left games due to a leg injury on August 1 and a back injury on August 5. The coach described her recent absence from practice as a day-to-day rest scenario, indicating she should play in Friday's game.
Arike Ogunbowale, another key player for the Wings, will be missing for a second consecutive matchup due to a right knee injury. She was also ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Indiana Fever. Ogunbowale has been diagnosed with tendonitis in her right knee, and no exact timetable for her return has been specified, making her a key injury concern for the Wings.
Maddy Siegrist, who returned from a knee injury that cost her 18 games, has been performing strongly, averaging 16.2 points over the last six games. Tyasha Harris, who is out for the rest of the season after a left knee procedure, will not be available for the Wings.
Aziaha James, a 22-year-old guard, is a new addition to the Dallas Wings' injury report, battling a right foot concern. She is averaging 7.1 points, 2.7 rebounds, and 1.5 assists per game for the Wings, making the most of her 17.2 minutes per outing.
Los Angeles Sparks Injury Updates
No recent or specific injury updates were found for the Los Angeles Sparks ahead of this matchup, suggesting their key players are likely healthy or at least no major injuries have been reported in the sources. The Sparks have shown improvement following last year's last-place finish in the Western Conference.
With the Wings dealing with several injuries and the Sparks appearing healthier, the Sparks are favored to win based on their recent form and available rosters. The game between the Dallas Wings and Los Angeles Sparks will take place at 7:30 PM EST on Friday night in Arlington, TX.
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