Dallas Wings Edge Toronto Tempo in High‑Scoring Showdown
Game Recap
Dallas, sitting at 13‑8, outclassed Toronto, 9‑11, 89‑76 in Sunday’s contest at Coca‑Cola Coliseum. The victory improves the Wings’ standing while dropping the Tempo further behind the .500 mark. The match highlighted both teams’ scoring depth, with double‑digit contributors on both sides.
Key Scorers and Stat Lines
Paige Bueckers lead all players with 22 points for Dallas, while Marina Mabrey paced Toronto with 19 points. Nyara Sabally added 14 points and Kia Nurse contributed 12 points off the bench. Isabelle Harrison recorded 13 points, five rebounds, one assist, one steal and one block, converting 5‑of‑10 from the field and 3‑of‑4 at the line. She started and logged 27 minutes for the Tempo.
Harrison’s College Legacy
The former Lady Vol played from 2011 to 2015 under Pat Summitt and later Holly Warlick. In 2014 she earned SEC Tournament MVP honors and First‑Team All‑SEC recognition. Harrison was the 12th overall pick by Phoenix in the 2015 WNBA draft and claimed the 2019 WNBA Comeback Player of the Year award from the Associated Press.
What This Means for Dallas
The win keeps the Wings in solid positioning in the league standings and showcases depth in their backcourt. Scoring from Bueckers and a balanced effort gave Dallas the margin they needed against a talented Toronto roster. The result positions Dallas for continued contention as the season progresses.
Upcoming Toronto Schedule
Toronto will return to Coca‑Cola Coliseum on Wednesday, facing Golden State. The tip‑off is slated for 7 p.m. EDT, giving fans another chance to see the Tempo’s young talent, including Harrison, in action.
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