The Chicago Sky put up a good fight, with all five of their starters scoring in double figures. Marina Mabrey led the team with 19 points and nine rebounds. Diamond DeShields, Angel Reese, Elizabeth Williams, and Dana Evans also made significant contributions to the Sky’s effort.
In the final minutes of the game, the Wings trailed 75-73 before going on a 14-0 run to pull ahead. Ogunbowale hit a deep 3-pointer to seal the victory with a score of 87-75. Howard contributed 15 points and 13 rebounds, while Siegrist added 13 points off the bench. McCowan also had a strong performance with 18 points and 13 rebounds.
Throughout the game, both teams exchanged leads with the Sky holding a narrow 43-40 advantage at halftime. Dallas fought back and took a 36-35 lead in the second quarter. Soares made a key basket for the Wings, with McCowan also making a strong impact in the first half.
The Wings opened their season with an exciting 87-79 victory over the Chicago Sky. Arike Ogunbowale led
