Azzi Fudd, Wings spoil Sabrina Ionescu’s season debut, beat Liberty behind third-quarter surge
The Dallas Wings defeated the New York Liberty 91-76 in Sabrina Ionescu's season debut. Azzi Fudd led the Wings with a remarkable third-quarter performance, scoring 17 points and breaking the franchise record for most 3-pointers in a game. Despite Ionescu's return, the Liberty struggled with their third-quarter performance, a recurring issue this season.
- ▪Sabrina Ionescu made her 2026 regular season debut for the New York Liberty.
- ▪Azzi Fudd scored 17 points in the third quarter, contributing to the Wings' victory.
- ▪Fudd's six 3-pointers set a new franchise record for the Dallas Wings.
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