Dallas Wings Triumph Over Washington Mystics Without Paige Bueckers Due To Injury

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The Dallas Wings secured a 79-71 victory over the Washington Mystics on Saturday, ending the Mystics' three-game winning streak. Despite missing their 2025 No. 1 overall draft pick, Paige Bueckers, due to a right knee injury, other rookies stepped up for the Wings. Bueckers had previously scored 27 points in a loss to the Indiana Fever.

Dallas took control early, leading 28-9 after the first quarter and maintaining a 45-31 advantage at halftime. The visiting Mystics responded with a strong start to the third quarter, narrowing the gap to 45-43 with a 12-0 run. However, Dallas regained momentum and extended their lead back to 11 points with Aziaha James' three-pointer late in the third quarter.

Rookies Aziaha James and JJ Quinerly were instrumental in Dallas' win, each scoring a team-high of 15 points. This performance marked Quinerly's career-high in her first WNBA start. The Wings have now won four of their last six games after beginning the season with just one win in their first 12 matches.

The Washington Mystics could not secure their fourth straight victory despite Sonia Citron's impressive performance. Citron, who was picked third overall in the 2025 draft, contributed significantly with 22 points and grabbed ten rebounds. However, her efforts were not enough to overcome Dallas' strong play.

The game highlighted Dallas' resilience and ability to perform well even without key players like Bueckers. As they continue their season, maintaining this momentum will be crucial for further success.