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WNBA Game Preview: Dallas Wings at New York Liberty — August 5

August 4, 2025
Team Coverage, WNBA

ARLINGTON, Texas (Aug. 4, 2025) — The Dallas Wings are back on the road after a four-game homestand, traveling to face the reigning WNBA Champion New York Liberty on Tuesday night at Barclays Center. Tipoff is set for 6 p.m. CT, with live coverage in the Dallas-Fort Worth market on KFAA29. Ron Thulin and Fran Harris will be on the call.

The Wings (8-21) will look to rebound after falling 88-78 to the Indiana Fever on Friday night. Rookie sensation Paige Bueckers, fresh off earning her second consecutive WNBA Rookie of the Month honor, led Dallas with 22 points, marking her third straight 20-point performance.

New York (18-10) enters the matchup with renewed confidence after snapping a four-game losing streak with an 87-78 road win over the Connecticut Sun. Sabrina Ionescu powered the Liberty with a season-high 36 points, reminding the league why she remains one of its premier scorers.

Wings Seek Season Sweep Momentum

Dallas enters Tuesday’s contest with confidence against New York, having secured a 92-82 win over the Liberty at College Park Center on July 28. That victory featured a historic night from Arike Ogunbowale, who not only scored 20 points but also dished a career-high and franchise-record 14 assists.

In that game, Ogunbowale tied the Wings’ single-game assist record set by Ivory Latta in 2012. Even more impressively, she tallied 15 points and 10 assists in the first half alone, becoming just the third player in WNBA history to record a points-assists double-double in a single half.

“Arike’s ability to score and create for her teammates makes us dangerous,” Wings head coach Chris Koclanes said following the win. “That game showed what we can do when the ball moves and everyone contributes.”

With Dallas holding a 42-41 lead in the all-time series, the Wings will attempt to widen the margin against a Liberty squad eager to defend its home court.

Key Players to Watch

Paige Bueckers, Wings: The rookie guard continues to put her stamp on the league, ranking top-10 in points, assists, and steals. Her ability to attack defenses and create opportunities for others will be crucial against New York’s high-powered offense.
Arike Ogunbowale, Wings: Dallas’ star guard is coming off one of the best all-around performances of her career against the Liberty. Another balanced effort could swing Tuesday’s matchup.
Sabrina Ionescu, Liberty: Fresh off a 36-point outing, the All-Star guard is red-hot and capable of carrying the Liberty on her own. Dallas will need to key in defensively to slow her down.
Breanna Stewart, Liberty: The reigning Finals MVP provides matchup nightmares in the paint and beyond the arc. Stewart’s scoring versatility adds another layer to New York’s offense.

Injury Report

The Wings will be without guard Ty Harris (left knee), while forward Myisha Hines-Allen remains questionable (left ankle). Both absences could impact Dallas’ rotation depth, especially against a Liberty team known for its physical play.

What’s at Stake

For Dallas, Tuesday’s matchup presents both a challenge and an opportunity. A win would mark a season sweep of the defending champions and provide momentum ahead of Friday’s rematch at home. For New York, the game offers a chance to even the series and build off the momentum of their recent win over Connecticut.

With the postseason picture starting to take shape, both teams know the importance of every game in August.

How to Follow

Fans in the Dallas-Fort Worth area can watch live on KFAA29. For additional coverage, follow the Wings on @DallasWings on social media. Live stats will be available at stats.wnba.com.