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The Seattle Storm concluded their 8-36 season with a 103-91 loss to the Dallas Wings on September 24, 2026. Dominique Malonga led Seattle with 29 points and 8 rebounds, while Natisha Hiedeman dished 14 assists despite seven teammates being listed as Out due to injury. Dallas was powered by Paige Bueckers' 25 points and Jessica Shepard's sixth triple-double of the season.

This episode analyzes how severe injuries to Ezi Magbegor, Alanna Smith, and others impacted the Storm's performance against a healthy Dallas roster. We discuss the statistical disparity between the 8-36 Storm and the 26-17 Wings, focusing on rim protection and defensive rotations. Key players discussed include Dominique Malonga, Natisha Hiedeman, Paige Bueckers, and Jessica Shepard.

We also project the Storm's offseason strategy, emphasizing the need for guard and frontcourt depth in the upcoming draft. Hosts evaluate whether the team can reach 20-25 wins next season if healthy and how outside league results, including the Las Vegas Aces' championship, affect Seattle's rebuilding timeline.

In this episode: Storm Finale Recap & Injury Crisis · Division Rivals & Standings Gap · Draft Strategy & Future Projections.

More Storm coverage, previews & recaps: https://www.beatlinesports.com/shows/seattle-storm/
Full transcript: https://cdn.beatlinesports.com/wnba/sea/2026-10-10/transcript.html

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