The Dallas Wings are making moves to tackle a brutal injury streak, and they’re bringing in some serious firepower! The team just signed Amy Okonkwo—a two-time FIBA AfroBasket MVP and Nigerian national team sensation—to a seven-day hardship contract. At 6’2”, Okonkwo is a versatile forward with a killer outside shot and international experience that’s absolutely elite 16.
Why This Signing Is a Big Deal
Okonkwo isn’t just another player—she’s a proven winner. She dominated overseas, most recently with Bourges in France, where she averaged 14.2 points and 5.2 rebounds per game while shooting a ridiculous 48% from three-point range 16. Oh, and she’s a two-time Olympian, representing Nigeria in both Tokyo 2020 and Paris 2024 16.
Desperate Times, Dynamic Moves
The Wings have been hammered by injuries. Center Li Yueru is out for the season with an ACL sprain, star guard Arike Ogunbowale is sidelined indefinitely with knee tendinitis, and rookie JJ Quinerly just went down with a left leg injury in Wednesday’s loss to the Sparks 6. With only eight healthy players left, Okonkwo’s arrival is a timely boost 616.
She’s Suiting Up TONIGHT!
Okonkwo will be available for Friday’s home game against the Seattle Storm 16. And get this—her journey has come full circle. She once interned with the Wings’ basketball operations staff back in 2018 while playing at TCU. Now, she’s back—this time as a player 16!
What She Brings to the Court
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Elite three-point shooting
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Versatility at forward
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High-energy defense and rebounding
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Experience from top leagues in Europe and the Olympics 616
Okonkwo told reporters: “Be myself and shoot when I’m open… play hard defense, and give a lot of energy.” She also emphasized her fit with the team’s defensive style, honed with the Nigerian national team 16.
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The Wings may be out of playoff contention, but with Paige Bueckers dropping record-breaking performances (44 points in their last game!) and now Okonkwo adding depth, this team is still fighting hard 16.
Welcome to the WNBA, Amy! 🙌 Dallas fans, get ready to see some sparks fly 💥