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Azzi Fudd achieves defensive milestone in Wings' tight loss to Liberty

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 21, 2026, 11:45 AM

Last updated Jul 21, 2026

Azzi Fudd achieves defensive milestone in Wings' tight loss to Liberty

Summary

Azzi Fudd of the Dallas Wings recorded her 22nd block of the season during a 99-98 overtime loss to the New York Liberty on July 20. This achievement marks the most blocks by a guard in their first 25 WNBA games since Alana Beard. Fudd contributed 15 points and a block in 43 minutes, stepping up due to teammate Paige Bueckers' absence. The Wings led by nine points entering the fourth quarter but were outscored late, with the Liberty's Breanna Stewart scoring 33 points. The loss ended Dallas' six-game winning streak but keeps them in playoff contention at 17-9 for the season.

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By the Numbers

•Fudd's 22 blocks are the most by a guard in 25 career games since Beard.
•Wings led by nine points before the Liberty rallied in overtime.
•Stewart scored 33 points to lead New York to victory.
•Dallas remains in the playoff picture with a 17-9 record.
•Arike Ogunbowale scored 29 points but missed a game-winner in overtime.

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11:45 AMYahoo Sports — Azzi Fudd joins rare WNBA company with defensive feat in Wings’ loss to Liberty

What they're saying

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Azzi Fudd is known for her shooting, but a historic defensive start has placed the Dallas Wings rookie in the company of a two-time Defensive Player of the Year.
— Yahoo Sports

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