Dallas Wings Soar Past Seattle Storm, Set WNBA Record for Best Turnaround
The Dallas Wings capped off their regular season with a resounding 103-91 victory over the Seattle Storm on Wednesday night, securing a historic turnaround that will be remembered for years to come. Led by Paige Bueckers’ 25 points and Jessica Shepard’s remarkable triple-double (20 points, 11 rebounds, 12 assists), the Wings improved to 27-16 and etched their name in the WNBA record books with a 17-win improvement from last season’s 10-win campaign—the best single-season turnaround in league history.
Shepard’s triple-double was her WNBA-leading sixth of the season, further solidifying her status as one of the league’s most versatile players. The Wings have now won seven of their last eight games, with their only loss coming on Monday after squandering a 14-point lead. That resilience has been a hallmark of this Dallas squad, which has transformed from a lottery team to a legitimate contender in just one year.
The Storm, meanwhile, concluded a disappointing season with an 8-36 record. Despite the loss, Seattle showed flashes of competitiveness, but ultimately couldn’t contain Dallas’s high-powered offense. The Wings’ victory was their third straight over the Storm this season, sweeping the series.
As the regular season comes to a close, the Wings head into the playoffs with momentum and a record-breaking achievement under their belt. With Bueckers and Shepard leading the charge, Dallas appears poised to make a deep postseason run. For Seattle, the offseason will bring questions and a chance to rebuild. But for now, the spotlight shines brightly on the Wings, who have soared to new heights and captured the attention of the basketball world.
Shimanta Das 
