WNBA Game Preview: Dallas Wings (0-4) vs. Connecticut Sun (0-4)

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Game Overview

Both teams enter this matchup looking to snap their four-game losing streaks. The Wings have struggled defensively, allowing opponents to score 92.1 points per game, while the Sun have faced shooting inefficiencies, hitting just 32.7% from three-point range. This game also marks a homecoming for Dallas rookie Paige Bueckers, who spent her college career at UConn. Her return to Connecticut has generated significant buzz, with ticket prices ranging from $77 to over $1,500.

Team Comparisons

CategoryDallas WingsConnecticut Sun
Record0-40-4
Points Per Game84.273.5
Points Allowed92.188.5
Field Goal %41.0%39.2%
Three-Point %27.3%19.4%
Free Throw %74.4%84.8%

The Wings have been stronger offensively, averaging 84.2 points per game, while Connecticut has struggled to score, putting up just 73.5 points per game.

Key Players to Watch

Dallas Wings

Paige Bueckers (G) – 12 PPG, 10 APG (last game).

Satou Sabally (F) – 18.5 PPG, 7.2 RPG.

Arike Ogunbowale (G) – 21.3 PPG, 4.5 APG.

Connecticut Sun

DeWanna Bonner (F) – 16.8 PPG, 6.1 RPG.

Alyssa Thomas (F) – 14.2 PPG, 8.5 RPG, 6.3 APG.

Brionna Jones (C) – 12.7 PPG, 7.8 RPG.

Matchup Breakdown

Wings’ Offense vs. Sun’s Defense – Dallas has averaged 84.2 points per game, while Connecticut’s defense has allowed 88.5 points per game.

Three-Point Shooting – Both teams have struggled from deep, with Connecticut shooting just 19.4% from beyond the arc.

Turnovers & Efficiency – The Wings must limit mistakes, as Connecticut has forced an average of 7.5 steals per game.

GAME ODDS

Dallas Wings                      163.5

Connecticut Sun               – 4.5

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Monday, May 26, 2025

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