Dallas Wings blow 20-point lead, lose to Washington Mystics
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 6:56 AM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
The Dallas Wings suffered a dramatic collapse on August 5, allowing the Washington Mystics to overcome a 20-point deficit and win 96-92. The Wings held a strong lead of 76-56 late in the third quarter but struggled offensively in the fourth, scoring only 12 points. Fans criticized coach Jose Fernandez for his decision-making as the Mystics executed a 40-16 run in the final moments. Paige Bueckers and Fernandez addressed the team’s defensive shortcomings and offensive execution after the game. The Wings have lost four of their last six games, dropping to a 19-12 record, and will face the Golden State Valkyries next.
- •Wings lead 76-56 with just over three minutes left in the third quarter.
- •Mystics finish the game with a 40-16 run.
- •Wings score only 12 points in the fourth quarter.
- •Paige Bueckers and coach Jose Fernandez highlight defensive issues.
- •Dallas Wings drop to 19-12, facing Golden State Valkyries next.
- 6:56 AMYahoo Sports — “Send Jose Fernandez Back to College”: Wings Fans Blame HC as Paige Bueckers and Co. Blow 20-Point Second Half Lead in Loss to Mystics
"Wings fans shared their reactions as Paige Bueckers and the Dallas Wings suffered their most embarrassing defeat of the season on Wednesday against the Washington Mystics. The Wings were comfortably cruising with just over three minutes left in the third quarter, leading 76-56.
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