What happened: Dallas led Los Angeles 78-62 when Arike Ogunbowale connected from deep for the first time in the game. The matchup remained in progress after the make.
Why it matters: The shot gives Dallas another perimeter score alongside Bueckers' 19-point line. Los Angeles still has 15 points from Nneka Ogwumike and 13 from Dearica Hamby, keeping pressure on the next stretch of possessions.
By the numbers: Dallas 78, Los Angeles 62. Paige Bueckers: 19 PTS, 6 REB, 1 AST. Nneka Ogwumike: 15 PTS, 7 REB, 3 AST. Dearica Hamby: 13 PTS, 4 REB, 1 AST.
What to watch: Watch whether Dallas builds on Ogunbowale's first make from 3-point range. Los Angeles will need more from Ogwumike and Hamby with play still live.