Dream believers: Ezi's Storm chased down by Atlanta

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Australian centre Ezi Magbegor's eight-point, eight-round and two assists weren't enough as the Atlanta Dream (5-2) defeated the Seattle Storm (3-3) 94-87 at Climate Pledge Arena on Saturday, May 31, 2025.

Magbegor played 29 minutes and went 4-from-9-from the field but had three turnovers as the Storm lost by seven.

Rhyne Howard's explosive 33-point performance helped Atlanta overcome a nine-point halftime deficit.

Key Details

• Result: Atlanta Dream 94 def. Seattle Storm 87
• When: May 31, 2025
• Where: Climate Pledge Arena, Seattle
• Standings: Atlanta Dream (#3) | Seattle Storm (#8)

By the Numbers

• Rhyne Howard (Atlanta) starred with 33 points, six rebounds, five assists, two steals, and one block in 36 minutes.
• Skylar Diggins (Seattle) scored 20 points, and had four rebounds, three assists, and one steal in 33 minutes.

What Happened

The Seattle Storm established early control, leading 23-15 after the first quarter and extending their advantage to 45-34 at halftime. However, the Atlanta Dream mounted a remarkable comeback in the third quarter, outscoring Seattle 29-21 to cut the deficit to just three points heading into the final period.

Atlanta's offense caught fire in the fourth quarter as they poured in 31 points while holding Seattle to 21. Rhyne Howard was particularly outstanding during this stretch, connecting on several critical baskets that fuelled the Dream's comeback. Her ability to create shots both from the perimeter and at the rim proved too much for Seattle's defense.

Allisha Gray provided tremendous support for Howard, contributing 28 points on efficient 8-from-15 shooting, including 3-from-6 from three-point range and an impressive 9-from-11 from the free throw line. Her scoring punch was crucial as Atlanta overcame a double-digit deficit.

The Dream's defense tightened considerably in the second half, forcing seven turnovers from Gabby Williams alone. Atlanta capitalised on Seattle's 14 total turnovers, converting them into valuable transition opportunities. The Dream also showcased their rim protection with seven blocks, including three from Brittney Griner, despite her limited offensive contribution of just two points.

With this victory, Atlanta improved to 5-2 on the season and strengthened their position as one of the WNBA's top teams. The loss dropped Seattle to 3-3, highlighting their inconsistency in the early portion of the season. For Atlanta, the win was particularly impressive considering it came on the road against a traditionally strong Seattle squad.