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Dallas Wings Secure First Win Without Bueckers Behind Rookie Surge

Precautionary rest for Bueckers against the Mystics has highlighted Dallas’s bench strength under coach Chris Koclanes.

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Paige Bueckers

Overview

  • Paige Bueckers was ruled out of the June 29 game with a precautionary knee issue, marking her fifth absence of the season.
  • Rookies JJ Quinerly and Aziah James combined for 30 points off the bench and propelled the Wings to a 79-71 victory at College Park Center.
  • Quinerly earned her first career start and was named the WNBA’s Top Performer after scoring a career-high 15 points with four rebounds and four assists.
  • Four Wings players scored in double figures, including veteran Arike Ogunbowale’s 14 points, showcasing the team’s newfound depth.
  • Coach Chris Koclanes said Dallas is still searching for a consistent identity and plans to continue experimenting with rotations to build a sustainable rebuild.