Wings vs. Valkyries Game 3 Preview: Can Dallas use Game 2 as a template at Golden State?

The Dallas Wings will face the Golden State Valkyries in a decisive Game 3 on Friday at Chase Center, seeking an upset to advance to the WNBA semifinals. Writer Matt Martinez highlights Dallas's 108-100 overtime victory in Game 2, which tied the series following a record 45-point performance from Arike Ogunbowale and 21 points from Alysha Clark.

Martinez argues that to secure a road victory, Dallas must replicate several Game 2 factors, including secondary scoring from contributors like Aziaha James, small defensive disruptions against stars like Gabby Williams, and maintaining heightened intensity. Wings coach Jose Fernandez noted the team's improved focus on closing gaps and disrupting offensive sets heading into the elimination matchup.