Paige Bueckers 32-Point Night Powers Wings to 92-70 Rout of Storm, Ties Franchise Single-Season Wins Record

Dallas Wings star Paige Bueckers poured in 32 points, including a perfect 6-for-6 from three, as Dallas routed the Seattle Storm 92-70 to tie the Wings’ franchise single-season wins record. She produced 18 of her points in the first quarter, part of a dominant opening that helped Dallas lead by as many as 35 and set the tone for the blowout. Bueckers also contributed four rebounds and four assists while shooting an efficient 12-for-16 overall; her stellar start was supported by Jessica Shepard’s double-double (11 points, 11 rebounds). Flau’jae Johnson led Seattle with 23 points, and Jade Melbourne added 15 for the Storm, who have now lost 14 of 15. Dallas improved to 22-16 and can clinch a playoff spot with a home win against Portland, as they push for seeding and a potential return to postseason play. The win marked Dallas’ second straight victory and continued a favorable stretch after the All-Star break for a Wings team aiming for a deep run this season.