Dallas Wings pulled off a (Liberty vs Wings) stunning upset over the New York Liberty, winning 92‑82 behind Arike Ogunbowale’s historic 20‑point, 14‑assist game and Paige Bueckers’ strong rookie presence. Discover stats, injury impacts, where to watch, and Liberty’s urgent response.
🚨 Liberty vs Wings Stats
The Dallas Wings shocked the defending champions, beating the New York Liberty 92–82 on July 28, 2025 at College Park Center in Arlington, Texas. Dallas led wire-to-wire, building a 63–36 halftime advantage, and held off a Liberty charge late in the fourth. New York outscored Dallas 20–3 to open the final quarter, but the Wings sank clutch free throws to seal the victory.
🌟 Ogunbowale & Bueckers Shine
- Arike Ogunbowale delivered a monster game: 20 points and a career-high 14 assists, setting franchise records. She became the first WNBA player with 20+ points, 14+ assists, and just one turnover:
“first player in WNBA history to score at least 20 points and dish at least 14 assists while having one or fewer turnovers in a game.”
- Paige Bueckers added another strong performance, registering 20 points, 6 rebounds, 4 assists and 3 steals in her rookie campaign. Both players combined for 40 points.
🧱 Injuries Information
The Liberty entered the game shorthanded, missing stars Breanna Stewart, Nyara Sabally, and Kennedy Burke. Their absences contributed to a sluggish and passive performance, allowing Dallas to post 63 first-half points. Following the loss, New York held a 40-minute emergency team meeting, citing lack of energy and cohesion. Coach Sandy Brondello emphasized that passivity is unacceptable at this stage.
📊 Statistical Details
| Player | Points | Assists | Rebounds | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arike Ogunbowale | 20 | 14 | – | Franchise record, historic stat |
| Paige Bueckers | 20 | 4 | 6 | Solid steal contribution |
| Jonquel Jones | 18 | – | 7 | Liberty’s leading rebounder |
| Sabrina Ionescu | 17 | – | – | Strong in second half scoring |
Dallas excelled in fast-break points (15–2), points in the paint, and second-chance opportunities, while forcing 8–3 turnovers by halftime.
🔍 What Went Wrong for the Liberty?
Dallas executed a highly aggressive attack and well settled defense all first half. The Liberty stripped of depth couldn’t adjust defensively and particularly in transition. New York’s fourth-quarter rally showed life, but costly turnovers and failure to close on Dallas shooters allowed the Wings to regroup. The matchup was a wake-up call about complacency among playoff contenders.
True to this not new to this 🙂↔️@albertapp | #WingsUp pic.twitter.com/pCZbN7GeEk
— Dallas Wings (@DallasWings) July 29, 2025
🗓 Injury Context & Load Management Concerns
Despite imaging clearing Breanna Stewart’s leg injury, she remains out indefinitely. Nyara Sabally will miss at least 2–3 weeks. Rising concerns over player fatigue and compressed 44-game schedules have prompted Liberty and league-wide discussions on “load management” and rest prioritization.
📺 Where to Watch & Upcoming Games
Next games:
- Liberty at Minnesota Lynx on Wednesday, a Finals rematch – tip-off after 8 p.m. ET.
- Wings host Atlanta Dream the same night at 7 p.m. CT.
Coverage is available via ESPN (national) and regional platforms. Performance of both Paige Bueckers and Arike Ogunbowale continues drawing viewership attention.
🧠 Result Consequences
- Dallas Wings (8–19) find redemption amid a rough season, showing flashes of offensive flow and chemistry.
- New York Liberty (17–8) must reset quickly with full roster health to keep title ambitions alive.
Emergency meeting signals internal urgency ahead of Eastern Conference playoffs.
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