Dallas Wings to Face Los Angeles Sparks Without Paige Bueckers
The Dallas Wings will play another game without rookie standout Paige Bueckers.
Bueckers, the No. 1 overall pick in the 2025 WNBA draft, is still under concussion protocol and won’t suit up for Friday’s game between the Wings and Los Angeles Sparks. The guard practiced in a non-contact capacity Thursday.
Bueckers practiced today, but in a non-contact capacity. It was announced that she was under concussion protocol last Friday and that she would miss a minimum of two games. This will be her third game out. https://t.co/S3lQ5OQTLM
— Myah Taylor (@t_myah) June 5, 2025
Background on Bueckers’ Injury
This will be Bueckers’ third consecutive absence. She was originally placed under concussion protocol after the Wings’ loss to the Chicago Sky on May 29.
The concussion protocol is a standard procedure in the WNBA to ensure player safety. It involves a series of tests and evaluations to determine when a player is ready to return to the court.
Bueckers’ Performance This Season
Through six games of the 2025 WNBA campaign, the UConn product has averaged 14.7 points, 4.7 rebounds and 6.7 assists. She posted 18 points, eight assists and five rebounds when she last played against Chicago.
Bueckers’ impressive performance has been a highlight of the Wings’ season so far. Her ability to score, rebound, and distribute the ball has made her a key player for the team.
Other Injuries Affecting the Wings
Bueckers isn’t the only Wings player missing Friday’s meeting with the Sparks. The team also ruled out guard Ty Harris with a left knee injury.
Harris has appeared in five games for the Wings this season, averaging 4.6 points, one rebound and 2.6 assists.
The injuries to Bueckers and Harris will be a significant challenge for the Wings as they face the Sparks. The team will need to rely on other players to step up and fill the gaps left by the injured guards.
Upcoming Game Against the Sparks
The Wings (1-7) will face the Sparks (2-6) at 8:30 p.m. Friday at College Park Center in Arlington.
The game will be an important one for the Wings, as they look to bounce back from a tough start to the season. The team will need to come together and play a strong team game to take down the Sparks.
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Conclusion
The Dallas Wings will face a tough challenge on Friday as they take on the Los Angeles Sparks without Paige Bueckers and Ty Harris. The team will need to come together and play a strong team game to overcome the injuries and take down the Sparks.
With Bueckers and Harris out, the Wings will need to rely on other players to step up and fill the gaps. The game will be an important one for the team, as they look to bounce back from a tough start to the season.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the status of Paige Bueckers’ injury?
A: Paige Bueckers is still under concussion protocol and will not play in Friday’s game against the Los Angeles Sparks.
Q: How long will Bueckers be out?
A: Bueckers will miss at least two games due to the concussion protocol. This will be her third consecutive absence.
Q: Who else is injured on the Wings?
A: Guard Ty Harris is also injured with a left knee injury and will not play in Friday’s game.
Q: What time is the game against the Sparks?
A: The game will be at 8:30 p.m. Friday at College Park Center in Arlington.
