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WNBA·RECAP·August 28, 2026 08:08 PM ET

Engstler finishes first quarter without a miss

She scored 11 points on five field goals.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Aug 291 min read
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A perfect first quarter for Emily Engstler 🤩 She has 11 PTS & 4 REB on 5/5 shooting! PDX-ATL | ION Tap to watch: h

What happened: Emily Engstler also collected four rebounds in the opening period of the PDX-ATL matchup.

Why it matters: The burst secured Engstler’s fourth consecutive double-digit scoring game. She entered after scoring 13, 23 and 12 points in her previous three outings.

By the numbers: Engstler averaged 16.0 points across those three games, totaling 48 points before Friday’s 11-point first quarter.

What to watch: Her shooting efficiency and final scoring total bear watching as play continues.

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