Bridget Carleton scores 24 as Fire top Storm 100-93
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 9:08 PM
Last updated Aug 9, 2026
Bridget Carleton scored 24 points as the Portland Fire defeated the Seattle Storm 100-93 on August 9 at Moda Center. Five players for the Fire scored in double figures, including Nyadiew Puoch with 19 points and Jordan Harrison with a career-high 13 points. Portland led the first half 56-47, and despite a late push from Seattle, the Fire secured the win with free throws. Fire coach Alex Sarama praised the team's development throughout the season, noting contributions from bench players and the importance of player development.
- •Portland Fire leads series against Seattle Storm 3-1
- •Nyadiew Puoch records a career-high 19 points
- •The Fire had five players score in double digits
- •Portland outscored Seattle 17-5 to start the second quarter
- •Jordan Harrison sets career highs in points, rebounds, and assists
- 9:08 PMYahoo Sports — Bridget Carleton Scores 24 as Fire Beat Storm 100-93 for Third Win in the Series
"Bridget Carleton scored 24 points, and the Portland Fire beat the Seattle Storm 100-93 on Saturday night at Moda Center.
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