What happened: Dallas Wings star Paige Bueckers will be available to play against the Portland Fire on Wednesday. A source told ESPN that Bueckers is cleared after missing the previous game with soreness following a mid-game collision on Sunday. This marks the final contest before the All-Star break.
Why it matters: The Wings are 18-9 and look to bounce back from a recent loss to build momentum entering the break. The return of Bueckers bolsters an offense averaging 90.2 points per game against a Portland team sitting at 11-16.
By the numbers: Dallas is listed as a in a game with a 177.5-point Portland won the lone previous meeting between the teams this season, securing an 84-83 victory on June 13.
What to watch: Tipoff is scheduled for Wednesday night. Both teams will pause for the All-Star break following the conclusion of the game.