India, Aug. 26 -- Paige Bueckers delivered 22 points and 11 assists, while Jessica Shepard contributed 21 points, nine rebounds and six assists as the Dallas Wings defeated the Portland Fire 96-78 on Tuesday. The victory secured Dallas the final playoff berth in the WNBA.

The Wings improved to 23-16 and booked their first postseason appearance since 2023. The win also set a new franchise record for regular-season victories, with Dallas still having five games remaining on its schedule.

Dallas Wings Clinch WNBA Playoff Berth Behind Paige Bueckers, Jessica Shepard

Paige Bueckers led the Dallas Wings with 22 points and 11 assists as they completed a wire-to-wire 96-78 win over the Portland Fire on Tuesday. The victory secured Dallas the e...