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DHJ Quick Take: Wings Smother Storm 79-56 to Open Commissioner's Cup Play The Dallas Wings held the Seattle Storm to a season-low 56 points and grabbed a season-high 48 rebounds in a 79-56 Commissioner's Cup opener, their best start since the franchise moved to Texas in 2016. How did the...

DHJ Quick Take: Defense Is the Dallas Wings' Next Step The Dallas Wings have one of the WNBA's best offenses at 5-3, and head coach Jose Fernandez has identified defense as the team's biggest area for growth. What is the Dallas Wings' next step? Despite leading the league in assists...

DHJ Quick Take: Wings Turn Attention to Seattle in Commissioner's Cup Opener Fernandez On Defensive Keys: Jose Fernandez said the priority against Seattle is guarding one-on-one and keeping the ball in front, with help behind it, against a team that leans on half-court offense. Ogunbowale On Dictating Tempo: Arike Ogunbowale...

DHJ Quick Take: Arike Ogunbowale, Alanna Smith Sidelined At Shootaround With Illness Neither On The Court: Arike Ogunbowale and Alanna Smith were not on the court for the Dallas Wings' shootaround Thursday at College Park Center. Ogunbowale is now questionable to play, while Smith is doubtful. Two Key Pieces At...

DHJ Quick Take: Wings Rebuilt Baseline Braced for Hungry Mystics Core Reconstructed Frontcourt Respect: Ahead of Monday's homestand finale, Washington head coach Sydney Johnson praised the multi-level impact of Dallas' revamped frontline. Singling out Alanna Smith and Jessica Shepard, Johnson called them proven, high-level pros who completely reshape the unglamorous...

DHJ Quick Take: Azzi Fudd Returns vs. Lynx Status Upgrade: After being listed as questionable earlier today, Azzi Fudd has been officially cleared for tonight’s matchup against Minnesota. The No. 1 overall pick responded well to Thursday's morning shootaround and a full medical evaluation. Precautionary Management: Jose Fernandez reiterated that...

DHJ Quick Take: Wings vs. Lynx Tactical Preview The Aggressiveness Mandate: Jose Fernandez revealed he spoke with Paige Bueckers on Wednesday about increasing her offensive volume. The team is pushing for more "downhill" pressure in isolation and transition to prevent the offense from stagnating. Cleaning the Glass: After surrendering 11...

DHJ Quick Take: Azzi Fudd Shootaround Update Positive Momentum: Azzi Fudd successfully participated in Thursday’s shootaround at College Park Center. While officially listed as questionable, her progression from Wednesday’s walkthrough to today’s full-speed reps are the main available indicators for tonight against Minnesota. Medical Caution: Jose Fernandez emphasized that the...

DHJ Quick Take: Wings vs. Lynx Preview Fudd Status: Azzi Fudd is officially listed as questionable for Thursday’s matchup against Minnesota. Her participation in Wednesday’s walkthrough and shooting drills marks a progression from being ruled out of the home opener, with a final determination expected following Thursday’s shootaround. Bueckers' Aggressiveness:...

DHJ Quick Take: Azzi Fudd's Status for Thursday Fudd Status: Azzi Fudd is officially listed as questionable for Thursday’s game against Minnesota. After being held out of Tuesday's home opener, she participated in the team walkthrough and shooting drills on Wednesday. The medical staff will make the final determination based...