Paige Bueckers leads Dallas Wings to playoff berth in WNBA

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Last updated Aug 26, 2026

Paige Bueckers leads Dallas Wings to playoff berth in WNBA
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Paige Bueckers propelled the Dallas Wings into the WNBA playoffs with a 96-78 victory over the Portland Fire. Bueckers scored 22 points and dished out 11 assists, marking a significant achievement in her second season with Dallas. This win secured the eighth and final playoff spot for the Wings, who have recorded 23 wins, their best season since 2007. Bueckers became only the third player in WNBA history to accumulate over 750 points and 200 assists in a single season. The Wings plan to capitalize on their momentum as they approach the playoffs, aiming for further victories to set a franchise record for wins in a season.

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  • Wings secure eighth playoff spot in 2026 WNBA season.
  • Bueckers scores 22 points and adds 11 assists in the win.
  • Dallas achieves 23 wins, a franchise-best since 2007.
  • Bueckers joins elite company with 750+ points and 200+ assists.
  • Franchise aims for record wins in remaining five games.
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  • 6:14 PMYahoo SportsPaige Bueckers set another milestone in guiding long-suffering Wings to the playoffs
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