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Wings Fire Chris Koclanes After 10-34 Season, Begin National Coaching Search

Team leaders describe a reset built on Paige Bueckers, draft capital, new facilities.

Sep 4, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; Dallas Wings head coach Chris Koclanes reacts during the second half against the Golden State Valkyries at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: John Hefti-Imagn Images/ File Photo
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Overview

  • Dallas dismissed first-year head coach Chris Koclanes and said the search for a successor will begin immediately.
  • The Wings finished 10-34, tied for the WNBA’s worst record, and missed the playoffs for a second straight season.
  • Rookie guard Paige Bueckers was a bright spot, winning Rookie of the Year after averaging 19.2 points and 5.4 assists.
  • Injuries and instability plagued the roster with no player appearing in all 44 games, multiple hardship signings, and 18 different starting lineups.
  • GM Curt Miller cited three forthcoming first-round picks, including 2026 lottery odds of 40% for No. 1, and a new practice facility as pillars for rebuilding.