Paige Bueckers, the Dallas Wings’ star and 2025 WNBA Rookie of the Year, just dropped 32 points on our Seattle Storm. She led the Wings to a dominant 92-70 victory on August 23. This masterclass at College Park Center wasn’t just another win for Dallas; it solidified their playoff push, bringing their season record to 22-16. That win total actually ties their franchise record for victories in a single season. The Emerald City faithful might be bummed about the Storm’s loss, but there’s no denying the force that is Bueckers.
Bueckers’ Historic Night Against Our Storm
Watching our Storm fall is tough, but you have to admire Bueckers’ performance. She dropped a game-high 32 points on an incredibly efficient 12-of-16 shooting. And get this: she was perfect from beyond the arc, nailing all 6 of her three-point attempts, and equally flawless from the charity stripe, going 2-of-2. She also grabbed four rebounds, dished out four assists, and snatched a steal, all while playing a mere 26 minutes. Yeah, you read that right: 26 minutes. She was so dominant, she sat out the entire fourth quarter. Her first quarter alone was legendary, where she racked up 18 points, matching the highest-scoring first quarter by any player in Wings franchise history. This marked her third 30-point game of the 2026 season and set a new career high in made threes. She’s now the WNBA player with the most points in a game without even playing in the final quarter. That’s a statement.
“Losing Sucks. I Friggin Hate Losing.”
After that show, Bueckers had a message for reporters, blunt and powerful. According to WNBA reporter Christan Braswell, she declared, “Losing sucks. I friggin hate losing.” If that doesn’t scream “winner” and show her pure dedication, I don’t know what does. That’s the fire you want in your star. She also discussed the team’s relentless mindset, emphasizing they approach every game “like it’s a playoff game and play every game like it’s the most important one ahead of us.” She added that focusing too much on the higher stakes can make a team “lose sight of where you are in the present.” That’s sharp insight from a player still in her debut season, showing maturity beyond her years. It’s all about playing to their identity and what they’ve been building all season long.
The Dallas Wings have now bagged their second consecutive win, a crucial streak strengthening their playoff position. Bueckers and her squad will need to bring that same focus and intensity to their next challenge as they square off against the Portland Fire. With Bueckers playing at this insane level and that “hate losing” mentality radiating through the team, the rest of the WNBA better be on high alert. Dallas isn’t just making a push; they’re sending a clear message to the entire league.
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Originally reported by The Sporting News.
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