Azzi Fudd’s third-quarter explosion lifts the Wings past the Liberty
Azzi Fudd delivered an impressive performance for the Dallas Wings, scoring 24 points, with 17 of those coming in a dominant third quarter. Her scoring burst helped secure a 91-76 victory over the New York Liberty. Fudd's six three-pointers set a new franchise record, showcasing her talent on a national stage.
- ▪Azzi Fudd scored 17 of her 24 points in the third quarter against the New York Liberty.
- ▪Her performance included five three-pointers in that period, breaking the franchise record for three-pointers in a game.
- ▪Fudd's strong showing helped the Dallas Wings secure a 91-76 win on national television.
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Open this photo in gallery:Dallas Wings guard Azzi Fudd (35) looks to move the ball against Minnesota Lynx forward Antonia Delaere (8) during the first half of a game in Arlington, Tx. earlier this month.Lm Otero/The Associated PressShareSave for laterPlease log in to bookmark this story.Log InCreate Free AccountAzzi Fudd wanted to slow her game down and let it come to her. That certainly worked for the No. 1 pick in last month’s draft as she scored 17 of her season-best 24 points in the third quarter to lift the Dallas Wings to a 91-76 win over the New York Liberty on Sunday.“My goal was to just play a little bit slower,” Fudd said. “I felt like I was rushing a little bit every time I caught the ball, not reading. ... I’m just putting the ball down and going too fast.
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