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WNBA·STATS·August 23, 2026 04:32 PM ET

Bueckers starts 5-for-5, scores 13 against Seattle

She finished the first quarter with 18 points.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Aug 231 min read
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WHO ELSE BUT PAIGE BUECKERS‼️ She has 13 PTS on a perfect 5/5 shooting https://t.co/Ahh5N1Ltqh

What happened: Bueckers accounted for eight of Dallas' first 11 points in the opening three minutes. She closed the quarter 7-for-8 with four 3-pointers, two rebounds and two assists.

Why it matters: Dallas entered Sunday off a 91-85 win over Indiana, making the Seattle matchup the second game of its home stretch.

By the numbers: Opening three minutes: 8 of Dallas' 11 points. First quarter: 18 points, four 3-pointers, two rebounds, two assists and 7-for-8 shooting.

What to watch: Seattle's response and Bueckers' final scoring line will shape the game.

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