Indiana Fever

DHJ Quick Take: Paige Bueckers Adds Another Career Milestone In Wings' Win Over Liberty A Record-Tying Pace: Paige Bueckers eclipsed the 820-point, 160-rebound, and 225-assist marks in her career during the Dallas Wings' 91-76 win over the New York Liberty on May 24, tying Caitlin Clark for the fastest player...

DHJ Quick Take: Postgame Perspectives from Indy Cohesive Efficiency: Jose Fernandez noted that the team’s 59.1% shooting percentage—the second-best in WNBA opener history—resulted from the roster’s immediate buy-in to a motion-heavy offensive identity and high-level ball movement. Backcourt Synergy: Arike Ogunbowale and Paige Bueckers addressed their fit as a duo,...

DHJ Quick Take: The High-Octane Era Arrives Offensive Fireworks: Scoring 107 points on nearly 60% shooting in a road opener is a statement. The Wings' identity is now clear: if they are in the 90s or 100s, they believe they are unbeatable. The 26 assists on 39 baskets prove that...

DHJ Quick Take: The Blueprint for Indy The Boston Variable: The biggest shift from preseason to Saturday is the presence of Aliyah Boston. In the preseason meeting, the Wings dominated the paint (50-30), but with Boston back, Jessica Shepard and Alanna Smith face an "elite passer" and finisher who can...

DHJ Quick Take: Dallas Wings vs. Indiana Fever The No. 1 Narrative: This game isn't just a season opener; it’s a living history of the WNBA’s recent lottery luck. Having Boston, Clark, Bueckers, and Fudd—the last four No. 1 picks—on the court simultaneously is a marketing dream that anchors the...

DHJ Quick Take: Wings Open 2026 at Indiana as Caitlin Clark Makes Her Return Dallas opens its rebuilt 2026 season on the road against a championship-favorite Indiana Fever in Caitlin Clark's first meaningful game since July 2025. The opener doubles as the pro debut of the Paige Bueckers and Azzi...

DHJ Quick Take: Wings Near Full Strength for Indy The Probable Advantage: Seeing Alanna Smith and Aziaha James listed as "probable" is the best possible news for the Wings' flight to Indianapolis. While Jose Fernandez has been cautious with his public comments, the official designation suggests that both key pieces...

DHJ Quick Take: Practice Readiness and Culture Building Injury Watch: The most critical update from Thursday is Aziaha James returning to drills. Her perimeter defense and scoring punch are vital for a backcourt that needs depth against Caitlin Clark. While Alanna Smith is still limited to individual work, the "progressing...

DHJ Quick Take: Monitoring the Final Countdown The Long View on Alanna: Jose Fernandez is playing it close to the vest regarding Alanna Smith. While "on schedule" is a positive phrase, the emphasis on the "long season" suggests the medical staff is prioritizing her long-term safety over the Week 1...

DHJ Quick Take: Dallas Wings Injury Updates The Frontcourt Anchor: Alanna Smith’s status is the most significant hurdle for the Wings heading into Indianapolis. A nasal fracture sustained from an A'ja Wilson elbow means Smith will be fitted for a protective mask, but her absence from practice leaves a void...