Aziaha James led the Wings with 28 points on 10/20 shooting, adding 6 rebounds and 6 assists. She started the game a perfect 7/7 with 20 points at halftime. She was also 5/9 from the three-point line, leading the game with the most three-pointers made.

Phoenix suffered its second loss in a row after its 84-81 defeat against the Las Vegas Aces. The Mercury will return to action on Monday as they host the Wings for their second consecutive game. It will be the third time they'll face each other this season.

Paige Bueckers is back and continuing to excel. The 2025 No. 1 pick made her return to the Dallas Wings lineup Thursday and helped guide her team to a 98-87 victory over the Phoenix Mercury. Bueckers had missed the previous matchup against the Washington Mystics,