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Dallas Wings clinch playoff spot after defeating Portland Fire

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 9:22 AM

Last updated Aug 26, 2026

Dallas Wings clinch playoff spot after defeating Portland Fire

Summary

The Dallas Wings secured a playoff berth for the first time since 2023 by defeating the Portland Fire 96-78 on August 26. This victory marked a franchise-record 23 wins in a season. Arike Ogunbowale contributed significantly with 17 points, showcasing her ability to bounce back after a previous underwhelming performance. Despite the success, some Wings fans expressed skepticism about the coaching staff's impact and Ogunbowale's contributions compared to her teammates. The Wings' next focus will be on maintaining momentum as they prepare for the postseason.

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By the Numbers

•Wings beat Fire 96-78 on August 26 to clinch playoff spot
•This marks the franchise's first playoff appearance since 2023
•Ogunbowale scores 17 points, rebounds from poor outing against Storm
•Fans critique coaching staff's decisions and Ogunbowale's role
•Dallas aims to maintain consistency heading into playoffs

Latest Updates

9:22 AMYahoo Sports — “Because Everything Was Catered to You”: Wings Fans React to Arike Ogunbowale Lauding Jose Fernandez and Staff For Team’s Success

What they're saying

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Dallas Wings fans pushed back on Arike Ogunbowale’s opinion on Jose Fernandez and the coaching staff’s hiring after the franchise returned to the playoffs for the first time since 2023 on Tuesday. The Wings beat the Portland Fire 96-78 to cement their place in the postseason and win a franchise-record 23 games.
— Yahoo Sports

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