In one of the most surprising upsets of the 2025 WNBA season, the Dallas Wings stunned the reigning champion New York Liberty with a commanding 92–82 victory on Sunday, July 28, at College Park Center in Arlington, Texas.
Dallas Wings, entering the game with a struggling 7–19 record, came out firing—dominating the first half with energy and precision. By halftime, the Wings held an eye-popping 63–36 lead, built on their disruptive defense and hot shooting. Arike Ogunbowale starred with 15 points and a career-high 14 assists, committing just one turnover in a poised floor general performance. Paige Bueckers added 20 points, and together, the duo shredded New York’s defensive schemes early on.
The Wings capitalized on New York’s early turnovers and sluggish transition defense, outpacing them in tempo and intensity—a narrative that defined the first three quarters.
Liberty’s Comeback Sparks Hope, But Depth Hurts
Despite missing key players—including Breanna Stewart, Nyara Sabally, and late scratch Kennedy Burke—the Liberty regrouped and mounted a determined comeback in the second half. Led by Jonquel Jones (18 points) and Sabrina Ionescu (17 points, 16 in the second half), New York clawed back to within six points after trailing by as many as 30.
New York outscored Dallas Wings 46–29 in the final two quarters, bringing life back into what seemed like a one-sided affair. But the early hole proved too deep, and the Wings’ ability to respond with timely buckets—especially from Bueckers and Teaira McCowan—kept the Liberty at bay.
While the Liberty showed grit, their undermanned rotation and lack of cohesion at the start proved decisive in the outcome.
Locker Room Reckoning and What Comes Next
The Liberty’s locker room after the game told the story beyond the scoreboard. Players and coaches remained behind closed doors for nearly 40 minutes, holding an emergency team meeting to address what Sabrina Ionescu described as “a passive, unacceptable start”.
Veteran Jonquel Jones didn’t mince words, calling the performance “embarrassing” and warning that championship standards had not been met. Head coach Sandy Brondello reportedly emphasized accountability, focus, and urgency in the postgame debrief.
With a rematch against the league-leading Minnesota Lynx on the horizon, the Liberty face a pivotal test—not just in standings, but in mindset. “We know who we are,” Ionescu said. “Now we just have to play like it.”
The game was nationally broadcast on ESPN, with streaming available on Fubo (including a 7-day free trial). Tip-off was at 8:00 pm ET / 5:00 pm PT, drawing a lively crowd at Dallas’ College Park Center.
The Dallas Wings delivered a performance that defied expectations—using early energy, sharp ball movement, and star performances to topple one of the league’s best. For New York, the loss is a stark reminder: no opponent can be taken lightly, and slow starts can sink even the most talented rosters.
As the Liberty regroups, the spotlight now shifts to how they respond.
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