The Dallas Wings are set to close out the regular season against the Seattle Storm on Wednesday night, with the team looking to carry some momentum into the playoffs despite already securing a postseason berth.
The 30-year-old forward has appeared in 32 games for the Wings this season, including 18 starts. She has averaged 6 points, 3.9 rebounds and 1 assist while playing 17.9 minutes per contest. 9.
However, Dallas will be without one of its key contributors for the road matchup, as Alanna Smith has been ruled out once again. The forward has remained sidelined since the WNBA resumed following the FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup break, with the Wings yet to provide a timeline for her return. Smith is dealing with a lower-left-leg injury and will miss another game as she continues to recover. The Wings have now listed her as out for multiple contests, with the latest injury report again showing no clear return date. The injury became an issue during her time with Australia at the FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup. Dallas will also be without Alysha Clark, who is sidelined with a facial injury suffered in Monday’s loss. The game against Seattle will mark her first absence since Aug.
