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Dallas Wings Rally Past Sparks 104-96, Bueckers Leads

6/6/2026

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Summary

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Dallas Wings rallied in the fourth quarter to beat the Los Angeles Sparks 104-96, handing the Sparks their three-game losing streak since June 2025.
Paige Bueckers recorded a career-high 14 assists as Dallas shot 63% while Kelsey Plum returned from an ankle injury to score 27 points.
Sparks forward Dearica Hamby said the team needs mental toughness and discipline after Odyssey Sims left in a wheelchair and Aziaha James carried off.

History

Historical Context

When the NBA-backed WNBA launched in 1997 with eight franchises, the Houston Comets captured the first championship, led by Cynthia Cooper’s Finals MVP performance in four straight titles. That early dominance proved that star-driven wins could legitimize the league, a pattern echoed today as the Dallas Wings rally past the Los Angeles Sparks, reinforcing the same competitive spirit.

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Story summary

Dallas Wings rallied in the fourth quarter to beat the Los Angeles Sparks 104-96, handing the Sparks their three-game losing streak since June 2025.
Paige Bueckers recorded a career-high 14 assists as Dallas shot 63% while Kelsey Plum returned from an ankle injury to score 27 points.
Sparks forward Dearica Hamby said the team needs mental toughness and discipline after Odyssey Sims left in a wheelchair and Aziaha James carried off.

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