Key Matchup Storylines
Storm Eyeing Playoff Positioning
Seattle enters the game sitting third in the Western Conference standings, riding momentum from a 67-58 win over Golden State. Nneka Ogwumike led the charge with 22 points and 8 rebounds, while Skylar Diggins continues to shine, averaging 18.4 PPG and 6.1 APG.
Wings Struggling to Find Rhythm
Dallas has dropped four of its last five games and is just 2-10 in Western Conference play. Despite the team’s struggles, rookie sensation Paige Bueckers remains a bright spot, averaging 18.2 PPG and 5.9 APG, while Arike Ogunbowale adds 16.8 PPG.
Season Series Update
This marks the third meeting between the teams this season. Seattle won both previous matchups—79-71 on May 19 and 83-77 on June 4—with Gabby Williams and DiJonai Carrington leading their respective teams in scoring.
Team Stats Comparison
| Category | Dallas Wings | Seattle Storm |
| Record | 6-17 | 14-9 |
| Points Per Game (PPG) | 82.3 | 83.1 |
| Field Goal % | 41.5% | 44.7% |
| 3PT % | 31.2% | 35.0% |
| Rebounds Per Game | 36.5 | 31.5 |
| Assists Per Game | 19.5 | 22.6 |
| Top Scorer | Paige Bueckers (18.2 PPG) | Skylar Diggins (18.4 PPG) |
| Key Injuries | Maddy Siegrist, Tyasha Harris (Out) | Katie Lou Samuelson (Out) |
Players to Watch
Skylar Diggins (Storm) – Fresh off an All-Star triple-double, Diggins is the engine of Seattle’s offense and a threat from deep.
Nneka Ogwumike (Storm) – Averaging 17.8 PPG and 8.4 RPG, Ogwumike’s inside game and leadership are pivotal.
Paige Bueckers (Wings) – The rookie guard brings elite scoring and playmaking, and will be key to Dallas staying competitive.
Arike Ogunbowale (Wings) – A proven scorer, Ogunbowale will look to bounce back after a quiet stretch before the break.
GAME ODDS
Dallas Wings 164.5
Seattle Storm – 9.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Monday, July 21, 2025
