The Dallas Wings open their season against the Fever

The Dallas Wings are officially set for what could become one of the franchise’s most anticipated seasons in years after finalizing a star-powered 2026 opening day roster ahead of Saturday’s nationally televised season opener against the Indiana Fever.

The matchup, scheduled for noon CT at Gainbridge Fieldhouse and airing on ABC, will showcase one of the league’s most intriguing young cores led by rookie sensation Paige Bueckers and fellow former University of Connecticut standout Azzi Fudd.

Dallas finalized a 14-player roster blending veteran leadership with elite young talent as expectations continue to rise around the franchise entering the new WNBA season

Joining Bueckers and Fudd are veteran stars Arike Ogunbowale, Alysha Clark and Odyssey Sims, giving Dallas one of the league’s deepest backcourts heading into opening weekend.

The roster also features international talent, including Li Yueru, Awak Kuier, Dulcy Fankam Mendjiadeu and Italian rookie Costanza Verona.

Dallas will also rely heavily on the continued development of forwards Maddy Siegrist and Alanna Smith, while rookies Aziaha James and JJ Quinerly provide additional athleticism and scoring depth.

The season opener against Indiana will also feature another marquee storyline as Bueckers and Fudd square off against Fever superstar Caitlin Clark in a nationally televised showdown expected to draw one of the largest opening-weekend audiences in league history

Dallas already flashed its potential during preseason play, including a victory over Indiana in late April where Bueckers scored 20 points in an impressive debut performance

The excitement surrounding the franchise extends beyond the court. The Wings recently announced plans for a new $80 million practice facility and continue exploring long-term plans for a move into Dallas proper as the organization positions itself as one of the WNBA’s emerging destinations.

With a roster featuring experienced veterans, international talent and two of the most recognizable rookies in women’s basketball, the Wings enter 2026 carrying heightened expectations and growing national attention as they look to return to championship contention.

are officially set for what could become one of the franchise’s most anticipated seasons in years after finalizing a star-powered 2026 opening day roster ahead of Saturday’s nationally televised season opener against the Indiana Fever.