Overview

• Paige Bueckers became the first WNBA rookie to record over 350 points and 100 assists in her first 20 games while leading the Wings in scoring, assists and steals.
• After Dallas’ 106–80 loss to the Las Vegas Aces, head coach Chris Koclanes singled out inconsistent team defense as the primary area for improvement.
• The Wings opted to rest Bueckers for health and safety reasons during a condensed schedule, prompting criticism from fans frustrated by another heavy defeat.
• Dallas’ rebuild has stalled at a 7–18 record despite Bueckers’ individual excellence and her landmark All-Star rookie season.
• Bueckers is expected to return to the lineup for upcoming matchups with the New York Liberty and a rematch against Caitlin Clark.