In what was nothing short of a season turner for them, the Dallas Wings took down the Connecticut Sun 86-83 on June 20, 2025. It is their first pair of consecutive wins on the season, bringing renewed hope to what, so far, has been a trying year.
Paige Bueckers Steals the Spotlight
Back in Connecticut, old flame Paige Bueckers displayed her poise in the moment. With 21 and 7 assists, she dictated the pace and scored the go-ahead bucket in critical time, reminding us why she’s regarded as one of the brightest stars in the league.
Her leadership and ability to sense the floor were vital down the stretch as the Wings rode out a late Sun rally.
“Paige didn’t just play — she led,” one observer noted. “When the pressure’s highest, she’s at her best.”
Supporting Cast Steps Up
The Wings’ bench began to contribute in the second half, particularly Aziaha James, who scored all 17 of her points after halftime and lit the spark that fueled the team’s comeback. Under the weather, Arike Ogunbowale also chipped in 19 points, demonstrating once again that grit is as important as talent.
Hustle and battle are key to victory
Dallas dominated hustle statistics, collecting 17 offensive rebounds and converting them into 22 second-chance points. This physical advantage served to dictate the pace and anger the Sun, who were unable to execute in critical situations.
Marina Mabrey hit a major career mark, sinking her 400th three-pointer in the heat of battle – a shining moment in a high-stakes clash.
SportSnip Analysis: Is Dallas Finally Finding Its Identity?
After a bumpy 1–11 beginning to the season, the Wings are beginning to display some chemistry and cohesion. The back-to-back victories — including a sweep of the Sun to date this season — indicate that perhaps this team is finally making the turn.
The addition of Bueckers is not merely a roster adjustment; it’s a cultural shift. She makes those around her better, and with Ogunbowale and James ramping it up, Dallas is suddenly dangerous once more.
If the Wings can carry this momentum forward, a late-season push and playoff relevance would not be out of the question.
The Sun’s Slump Continues
With a 2–11 record, the Connecticut Sun are mired in a four-game losing streak. For all their flashes of brilliance and steady play from their veterans, they couldn’t seal yet another close-out game at home. Being unable to shut down second-chance scoring remains their Achilles heel — one that head coach Stephanie White needs to fix sooner rather than later.
Their next series against the Wings on Aug 27 may be a game they have to win.
What’s Next?
Dallas Wings Record: 3–11 (Next game: vs. Minnesota Lynx)
Connecticut Sun Record: 2–11 (Next game: vs. New York Liberty)