Arlington, TX (Aug. 20, 2025) – The Dallas Wings will head west for a critical road matchup with the Los Angeles Sparks on Wednesday night at Crypto.com Arena. Tipoff is set for 9 p.m. CT, with coverage available locally in the Dallas-Fort Worth area on KFAA29 and streaming out of market on WNBA League Pass. Ron Thulin and Fran Harris will be on the call for the broadcast.

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The Wings (9-26) arrive in Los Angeles after a tough loss on Sunday, falling 106-87 to the defending champion Las Vegas Aces. Despite the result, Maddy Siegrist shined, scoring a career-high 23 points while adding six rebounds and two steals. Her performance marked another strong showing in what has been a breakout campaign for the second-year forward.

Meanwhile, the Sparks (16-18) also come in looking to rebound after a 95-86 road defeat against the Washington Mystics. Veteran forward Dearica Hamby carried Los Angeles, tallying 26 points and continuing her strong all-around season as the Sparks push to secure a playoff berth.

Previous Matchup

This contest marks the second meeting in less than a week between the two clubs. The Sparks edged the Wings 97-96 in a thriller at College Park Center on Friday. In that matchup, rookie guard Paige Bueckers paced Dallas with a game-high 29 points, displaying her trademark composure and scoring versatility. Hamby led Los Angeles with 23 points and nine rebounds, while the Sparks made key defensive stops in the closing moments to hold on for the win.

Dallas will have two more opportunities to face Los Angeles before season’s end, including another road meeting on Sept. 7 that could factor into the Sparks’ postseason positioning.

Key Players to Watch

• Maddy Siegrist, Dallas – Coming off a career-best scoring night, Siegrist will once again be central to Dallas’ offensive game plan. With the Wings shorthanded due to injuries, her ability to create inside and knock down mid-range shots remains vital.

• Paige Bueckers, Dallas – The rookie guard has scored in double figures in 28 straight games and will look to continue that streak against a Sparks defense that has had difficulty containing her.

• Dearica Hamby, Los Angeles – A two-time All-Star, Hamby has been the Sparks’ engine on both ends of the floor, averaging near a double-double and thriving in big-game situations.

• Rickea Jackson, Los Angeles – The rookie forward has emerged as an X-factor for the Sparks, providing energy off the wing and complementing Hamby’s inside presence.

Keys to the Game

For Dallas, the priorities are clear: limit turnovers and improve perimeter defense. The Wings struggled from deep against Las Vegas (3-of-17 from three) while allowing the Aces to knock down a franchise-high 18 triples. Sharpening their perimeter defense will be critical against a Sparks team that thrives on spacing and ball movement.

On the other side, Los Angeles will look to exploit its size and veteran depth. If Hamby and the Sparks’ frontcourt can control the boards, it could force Dallas into a half-court battle where Los Angeles has the advantage.

Outlook

While the Sparks enter the game with playoff implications on the line, Dallas will be motivated to play spoiler and build momentum heading into the final stretch of the season. The Wings’ young core continues to gain valuable experience, and a road win against a postseason contender would provide a significant boost.

Tipoff is set for 9 p.m. CT on Wednesday, August 20, as Dallas and Los Angeles clash once again in what promises to be another tightly contested battle.