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After amazing performances in the first round of the WNBA playoffs, let’s appreciate what Arike Ogunbowale means to the Dallas Wings

In the Dallas Wings’ 22nd game of 2025, Arike Ogunbowale was held to two points on 0-for-10 shooting from the floor. It was the exact halfway point of the season; the Wings lost at the Indiana Fever, 102-83, and fell to 6-16.

Dallas Wings News / Dallas Sports Journal / October 4

Paige Bueckers, Arike Ogunbowale Get Candid After Crushing Wings Elimination

SAN FRANCISCO — The Dallas Wings’ season ended Friday night at Chase Center. The Golden State Valkyries came back from 16 points down in the third quarter and scored 10 of the final 11 points to win Game 3 of their first-round series, 77-73.

WNBA News / EssentiallySports / October 3

Arike Ogunbowale First to React As Paige Bueckers Breaks Down in Tears

Despite Arike Ogumbowale putting up a game-high 30 points, the Dallas Wings fell 77-73 to the Golden State Valkyries in the winner-takes-all Game 3. As the crowd roared in support of Gabby Williams and Co.

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Dallas Wings News / EssentiallySports / October 3

'Rigged': Arike Ogunbowale Doesn’t Hold Back With Her Comments Around Paige Bueckers Following Playoff Loss

The Dallas Wings’ season ended in heartbreaking fashion, but Arike Ogunbowale had something bigger on her mind after the 73-77 loss to the Golden State Valkyries.

WNBA News / EssentiallySports / October 3

Arike Ogunbowale Heads to Locker Room After Apparent Injury During Game 3 Of The Playoffs

The Dallas Wings were fighting to keep their season alive in the playoffs against the Golden State Valkyries when their biggest offensive weapon disappeared down the tunnel.

WNBA News / Yardbarker / October 3

WNBA playoff takeaways: Valkyries outlast Wings to advance to semifinals

The WNBA's semifinals are now officially set thanks to the Golden State Valkyries 77-73 win over the Dallas Wings on Friday night.

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WNBA News / Lindy's Sports / October 2

Cooper Flagg Backs Wings as Ogunbowale Drops Record 45

Earlier this season reigning NBA Rookie of the year Cooper Flagg along with his girlfriend Arianna Roberson, who currently plays for Duke’s women’s basketball team were in attendance to watch the Dallas Wings host the Indiana Fever at the American Airlines Center.

WNBA News / Field Level Media / October 1

Valkyries, Wings duel in elimination game forced by Arike Ogunbowale's heroics

After watching their initial bid to clinch the franchise's first playoff series win vanish in an act of Arike Ogunbowale magic, the Golden State Valkyries get another chance against the Dallas Wings in Game 3 on Friday night in San Francisco.

Dallas Wings News / EssentiallySports / October 1

WNBA Takes Notice As Arike Ogunbowale Sets Record for Most Points in a Playoff Game

Less than 10 seconds remained in the game. The crowd was on its feet. The Dallas Wings were staring down the exit as they trailed 93-90. But Arike Ogunbowale had no intention of going home.

WNBA News / Athlon Sports / October 1

WNBA to Punish Arike Ogunbowale After Breaking Playoff Record

Arike Ogunbowale and the Dallas Wings kept their season alive on Wednesday night, tying the first-round series up at one apiece after a 108-100 overtime win over Gabby Williams and the Golden State Valkyries in Game 2 of the 2026 WNBA Playoffs.

WNBA News / Fadeaway World / October 1

Arike Ogunbowale Moves Past Breanna Stewart In WNBA Record As Wings Defeat Valkyries In OT

The Dallas Wings have breathed new life into their first-round playoff series against the No. 2-seeded Golden State Valkyries. The Wings evened up the series at 1-1 last night with a 108-100 victory over the Valkyries to force a Game 3 at home.

WNBA News / EssentiallySports / October 1

Arike Ogunbowale’s Historic Night, Controversial Foul Calls, Dream’s Semi-Final Return & More From WNBA Playoffs

Both the Washington Mystics and Dallas Wings walked into Wednesday night’s playoff games with one shared goal: win and force a third game where their postseason fate would ultimately be decided.

WNBA News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / October 1

‘That’s not us’ – Gabby Williams reflects on Valkyries’ Game 2 OT loss after Arike Ogunbowale’s historic night

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WNBA News / Swish Appeal / October 1

Only Arike Ogunbowale could have done THAT to deliver the Dallas Wings a Game 2 win over the Golden State Valkyries

The Dallas Wings’ prayer was answered. Arike Ogunbowale was the deliverer. Ogunbowale scored a WNBA playoff-record 45 points to lead the Wings to the 108-100 overtime victory over the Golden State Valkyries, forcing a decisive Game 3 between the No.

WNBA News / HITC / October 1

Skip Bayless issues glowing review of Arike Ogunbowale’s record-setting WNBA playoff display

The WNBA playoffs continued on Wednesday evening with the Dallas Wings securing a huge win against the Golden State Valkyries. The Wings were a game down ahead of this week’s clash, meaning they had to win to ensure they took their first-round series to a decider.

WNBA News / Field Level Media / October 1

On Arike Ogunbowale's record night, Wings force Game 3 vs. Valkyries

Arike Ogunbowale set a WNBA playoff record with 45 points, lifting the Dallas Wings to a 108-100 overtime win over the Golden State Valkyries on Wednesday in Arlington, Texas, to even the teams' best-of-three, first-round playoff series.

Dallas Wings News / Larry Brown Sports / September 22

Paige Bueckers was nearly tased during her teammate's arrest

Shocking bodycam footage is showing that Dallas Wings star Paige Bueckers was almost tased during her teammate’s arrest in March.

Dallas Wings News / Field Level Media / August 20

Arike Ogunbowale nets 32 as Wings halt Fever win streak at 5

Arike Ogunbowale scored 32 points and Jessica Shepard added a career-high 26 as the host Dallas Wings took charge in the third quarter and defeated the Indiana Fever 91-85 on Thursday at American Airlines Center, the Wings' home away from home.

Dallas Wings News / Dallas Sports Journal / August 4

‘She’s Had To Change A Lot Of Things’: Jose Fernandez Says Arike Ogunbowale Isn’t Getting Her Credit

Jose Fernandez spent close to two minutes after Sunday’s 83-63 win over Connecticut arguing that Arike Ogunbowale‘s season is being undersold. Tracking data shows her offense has changed shape over her past eight games.

Dallas Wings News / Field Level Media / June 15

Arike Ogunbowale powers Wings to rout of Aces

Arike Ogunbowale poured in 22 points with seven assists, and Jessica Shepard finished one assist short of a triple-double as the Dallas Wings continued their dominance of the defending champions with a 96-66 win over the Las Vegas Aces on Monday in a Commissioner's Cup clash in Arlington, Texas.

Dallas Wings News / Larry Brown Sports / March 6

WNBA All-Star Arike Ogunbowale arrested for allegedly punching man at nightclub

A decorated WNBA player has gotten herself into some trouble with the law this week.

Dallas Wings News / Dallas Wings on SI / January 21

Wings guard Arike Ogunbowale continues to give back off the court

Dallas Wings star Arike Ogunbowale is using the offseason to make an impact off the court. Arike Ogunbowale has been with the Wings since 2019 when she was the number five overall pick in the WNBA draft.

Dallas Wings News / Dallas Wings on SI / December 27

Arike Ogunbowale may have played her last game with the Dallas Wings

Dallas Wings shooting guard Arike Ogunbowale has been exceptional since she arrived in the league out of Notre Dame. Through seven seasons in the league, Arike Ogunbowale has become a franchise cornerstone for the Wings, but that could change this offseason.

Dallas Wings News / Dallas Wings on SI / November 14

Has Arike Ogunbowale played final game with Dallas Wings?

The Dallas Wings are being faced with a big decision going into free agency this winter. Arike Ogunbowale, the team's No. 5 overall pick in the 2019 WNBA Draft, is a free agent and could be looking to sign with another team for the 2026 campaign.

Dallas Wings News / Dallas Wings on SI / October 16, 2025

Analyst names three teams that can sign Dallas Wings star Arike Ogunbowale

Dallas Wings guard Arike Ogunbowale's future in the Lone Star State is up in the air as she hits free agency this winter. Ogunbowale, 28, has played her entire WNBA career with the Wings, but she could be looking for a fresh start with her contract expiring at the end of this past season.