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Seattle Storm Fall to Dallas Wings 112-110 in Overtime The Seattle Storm battled the Dallas Wings in a dramatic overtime game on June 22 at Climate Pledge Arena, but ultimately fell 112-110. Dallas guard Paige Bueckers took over late in regulation, scoring the Wings’ final eight points to force overtime. In the extra period, Azzi Fudd delivered the go-ahead basket with 13.2 seconds remaining to seal the road win for Dallas. For Dallas, Bueckers finished with 27 points and reached the 1,000-point milestone for her WNBA career in overtime. Fudd added a career-high 26 points, while Aziaha James scored 18 off the bench, Jessica Shepard posted 14 points, nine rebounds and eight assists, and Li Yueru added 10 points. Seattle was led by Dominique Malonga, who recorded a career-high 37 points and 12 rebounds. Natisha Hiedeman added 21 points and 11 assists, and Awa Fam contributed 18 points. Despite a strong offensive showing and a late lead in regulation, the Storm could not close it out and dropped their 11th straight game.

The Seattle Mariners defeated the Boston Red Sox 3-1 on June 21 at T-Mobile Park, salvaging the series finale. Starter Logan Gilbert led the way, allowing just one run on three hits over 6.1 innings while striking out eight. Dominic Canzone opened the scoring with a solo home run in the second inning and later added another RBI, while Cole Young delivered a key RBI single in the fifth. Boston’s lone run came on Nate Eaton’s solo homer in the third. Andrés Muñoz closed it out in the ninth to secure the win for Seattle.

The 2026 World Cup brought a new wave of energy to Seattle. As Belgium and Egypt played to a draw, the atmosphere outside the stadium was just as vibrant—fans, flags, cheers, and community moments coming together to mark Seattle’s opening World Cup experience.

On June 12 at Climate Pledge Arena, the Seattle Storm suffered a heartbreaking 76–72 home loss to the Golden State Valkyries, extending their losing streak to eight games. The Valkyries were led by French international Janelle Salaün, who scored 22 points and knocked down five three-pointers. Former Storm player Gabby Williams, returning to Seattle, added 19 points for the visitors. For the Storm, Natasha Hiedeman delivered a standout performance, scoring a career-high 26 points while making five shots from beyond the arc. In the closing minutes, Seattle rallied and cut the deficit to just one point, but was unable to capitalize on several crucial opportunities down the stretch, ultimately falling short. Photographers captured the intensity of the contest—from players battling for every possession to the Storm's relentless pursuit of a comeback. Their images also reflect the team's determination, perseverance, and fighting spirit in the face of adversity.

The Seattle Storm dropped a 72–68 decision to the Phoenix Mercury at Climate Pledge Arena on June 3, extending their losing streak to four games. Rookie center Awa Fam, 19, made her first WNBA start and led all scorers with 18 points, providing a bright spot for Seattle. From Fam's aggressive finishes at the rim to key three-pointers and fierce battles on both ends of the floor, photographers from the Seattle Chinese Photographers Association captured the game's most exciting moments through their lenses.

On May 27, the Seattle Storm hosted the Washington Mystics at Climate Pledge Arena, marking the second meeting between the two teams in just three days. The Storm struggled against the Mystics’ defense early and trailed by 19 points at halftime. Although Seattle mounted a strong comeback in the second half, the team ultimately fell 64–78. Throughout the game, players delivered plenty of memorable moments through fast breaks, intense battles in the paint, and rapid transitions on both ends of the court. Members of the Seattle Chinese Photographers Association captured these exciting scenes courtside, showcasing the speed, strength, and passion of professional women’s basketball.

The Seattle Storm earned their second straight win on May 24, defeating the Washington Mystics 97-85 at Climate Pledge Arena. Seattle created separation in the second and third quarters, taking a 22-point lead into the fourth before holding off Washington’s late push. Natisha Hiedeman led the Storm with 24 points, tying her career high. Rookie Flau’jae Johnson added 17 points, while Awa Fam scored 10 points off the bench in her WNBA debut. For Washington, Sonia Citron finished with a team-high 16 points.

Seattle Storm Defeat Connecticut Sun, 77-59 The Seattle Storm bounced back with a 77-59 home win over the Connecticut Sun on May 22. Seattle opened the game with strong ball movement, assisting on six of its first seven made field goals, and used a 16-6 run from the end of the first quarter into the second to take control. The Storm’s defense set the tone, holding Connecticut to just seven points in the second quarter and recording five blocks in the third quarter. Seattle closed the game with a 16-7 fourth-quarter run, securing its largest margin of victory since August 2025.

The Seattle Storm fell just short in a late-game thriller at Climate Pledge Arena, losing 80-78 to the Connecticut Sun after Kennedy Burke converted a contested and-one with 2.8 seconds remaining. The win marked Connecticut’s first victory of the season. Connecticut opened strong, taking a 29-23 lead after the first quarter. Seattle stayed within striking distance throughout the night and mounted an 11-4 run late in the fourth quarter to take a three-point lead, but the Sun answered in the final possession. Burke finished through contact off a Charlisse Leger-Walker assist, putting Connecticut back in front for good. For Seattle, Natisha Hiedeman led the way with a season-high 20 points and five assists. Mackenzie Holmes added a career-high 18 points, six rebounds and two blocks, shooting 6-of-8 from the field and a perfect 5-of-5 from the free-throw line. Zia Cooke contributed 10 points and four rebounds off the bench. Connecticut was paced by Charlisse Leger-Walker, who scored 16 points, while Kennedy Burke and Nell Angloma each added 15. The Sun received a franchise-record 62 bench points and controlled several key categories, including rebounds, points in the paint, fast-break points, second-chance points and points off turnovers. With the result, Seattle moved to 1-4, while Connecticut improved to 1-5 and snapped its five-game losing streak to open the season. The two teams are scheduled to meet again in Seattle on May 22

Seattle Sounders FC fell 2-0 to the LA Galaxy on May 16 at Lumen Field, snapping the club’s nine-match unbeaten run. Gabriel Pec opened the scoring in the 23rd minute, and Matheus Nascimento added a stoppage-time goal to seal the win for Los Angeles. Seattle saw plenty of the ball but struggled to create clear chances in the final third, while the Galaxy made the most of their opportunities on the road to claim all three points.

Seattle Sounders FC staged a dramatic comeback victory at Lumen Field on May 13, defeating the San Jose Earthquakes 3-2 after trailing early in the match. The Sounders controlled much of the game with 66% possession. Albert Rusnák equalized from the penalty spot, Jesús Ferreira put Seattle ahead, and Osaze De Rosario delivered the game-winning goal in the 89th minute, giving home fans an unforgettable night. This photo gallery, captured by photographers from the Asian Photography Association, highlights the match’s key moments, intense battles, and on-field action.