The Dallas Wings secured a convincing 97-77 victory over the LA Sparks on Thursday, propelled by Jessica Shepard’s remarkable fifth triple-double of the WNBA season. Taking place at home, Shepard’s all-around brilliance was on full display as she contributed 13 points, 11 rebounds, and 12 assists, overcoming the efforts of Sparks’ Rae Burrell.
With this performance, Shepard further cements her place among the league’s elite, now standing second only to Alyssa Thomas in career triple-doubles within the WNBA.
Dallas Dominates Second Half to Pull Away
The match remained tightly contested through the first half, with both teams locked at 44 points apiece at halftime. However, the Wings emerged from the break with renewed intensity, orchestrating a decisive 25-14 run in the third quarter that shifted momentum in their favor. This surge culminated in a 12-0 run at the end of the quarter, carrying momentum into the fourth and extending the lead to 25 points.
Dallas controlled the glass throughout, outrebounding the Sparks 46 to 27. Their efficient shooting, marked by an impressive 51 percent from the field, contrasted sharply with LA’s 37 percent, underscoring the Wings’ dominance during the latter stages of the game.