The Dallas Wings are on the road Friday night as they travel to take on the Golden State Valkyries in Game 3 of the first round of the WNBA playoffs.
Dallas enters Friday’s game tied with the Valkyries in the series at 1-1 after defeating Golden State at home in Game 2 Wednesday night in overtime.
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In Wednesday’s victory over the Valkyries, Arike Ogunbowale led the way for the Wings as she recorded 45 points, seven rebounds, four assists and three steals while Alysha Clark added 21 points and three rebounds of her own off the bench.
The Wings will try to clinch the series with a victory and punch their ticket to the next round Friday in Game 3 in a tough road matchup against the Valkyries.
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Gabby Williams led the way for the Valkyries in Wednesday’s loss as she ended the game with 36 points, six rebounds, seven assists and three steals while Kayla Thornton recorded 13 points and six rebounds.
While both teams are looking to pick up a victory in Game 3 Friday night, one may be without multiple key players due to injuries.
Wings Injury Report: Will Awak Kuier, Alanna Smith Play?
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The Wings have four players listed on their injury report, including Awak Kuier and Alanna Smith.
Dallas has listed Kuier as probable and she is expected to play despite dealing with a right wrist injury that she suffered in Game 2.
The Wings have ruled out Smith as she remains sidelined to begin the playoffs while recovering from a lower left leg injury.
Azzi Fudd and Costanza Verona have also been ruled out as both players will miss the remainder of the season.
Valkyries Injury Report
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The Valkyries have only one player listed on their injury report as they have ruled out Iliana Rupert, who will miss the remainder of the season due to her pregnancy.
Fans can catch Game 3 between the Wings and Valkyries from Chase Center Friday night at 9 p.m. ET on ESPN2.
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