GRACE BERGER NEWS

Muted production in season finale Berger ended with four points (2-3 FG, 0-1 3Pt), three assists and one steal across 16 minutes during Thursday's 97-76 win over the Mercury.

Impact Berger handled a starting role for a 13th consecutive game Thursday but saw a decrease in playing time since the Wings secured a comfortable victory to close out the year. The 26-year-old spent the first two years of her career in Indiana, but she was waived in February. She joined the Lynx for training camp before being let go ahead of the regular season. She made one appearance for Los Angeles in mid-June but found her footing with the Wings over the second half of the season, averaging 3.6 points, 3.4 rebounds, 3.2 assists, 0.8 steals and 0.4 blocks in 22.3 minutes per game over 18 appearances (13 starts). She'll be a reserved free agent during the offseason, and it seems possible that the Wings will express interest in bringing her back for 2026.

SEPTEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Scoreless in 29 minutes Berger totaled zero points (0-4 FG, 0-2 3Pt), six rebounds, two assists, two blocks and one steal in 29 minutes during Thursday's 84-80 loss to the Valkyries.

Impact Berger continues to log heavy minutes for the shorthanded Wings, but her production has left a lot to be desired. For the season, Berger holds averages of 3.1 points, 3.4 rebounds and 3.0 assists in 22.0 minutes per contest.

SEPTEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Late add to first unit Berger is part of the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Sun, Joey Mistretta of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Impact Berger was initially slated to come off the bench, but she'll join the starting lineup after Paige Bueckers (illness) was scratched. Berger logged a season-high 11 points in 27 minutes in Dallas' previous game.

AUGUST 28 • ROTOWIRE

Bumped to bench Berger will come off the bench in Wednesday's game against the Sun, Joey Mistretta of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Impact Berger had started seven consecutive games, but averaged just 3.6 points on 27.3 percent shooting from the field during that stretch. Aziaha James will take her spot in the first unit. Still, expect Berger to play a significant role off the bench against Connecticut.

AUGUST 27 • ROTOWIRE

Burton has 25 points, 13 assists and 4 blocks as Valkyries deal Wings their 5th straight loss

Veronica Burton had 25 points, 13 assists and a career-high four blocks and the Golden State Valkyries beat Dallas 90-81, sending the Wings to their fifth straight loss

AUGUST 24 • Associated Press

Posts career-high seven assists Berger ended with two points (1-6 FG), seven rebounds, seven assists, three blocks and two steals across 30 minutes in Wednesday's 81-80 loss against the Sparks.

Impact Berger set a new career high with seven assists, while tying a new high with seven rebounds. The blocks also marked a new career best, and she had never had more than one in a single game. She is averaging 4.0 points, 5.5 assists, 4.0 rebounds, 1.5 steals and 1.5 blocks in the past two appearances.

AUGUST 21 • ROTOWIRE

Posts career-high seven assists Berger ended with two points (1-6 FG), seven rebounds, seven assists, three blocks and two steals across 30 minutes in Wednesday's 81-80 loss against the Sparks.

Impact Berger set a new career high with seven assists, while tying a new high with seven rebounds. The blocks also marked a new career best, and she had never had more than one in a single game. She is averaging 4.0 points, 5.5 assists, 4.0 rebounds, 1.5 steals and 1.5 blocks in the past two appearances.

AUGUST 21 • ROTOWIRE

Does very little in start Berger registered zero points (0-1 FG, 0-1 3Pt), one rebound and one assist across seven minutes during Friday's 97-96 loss to the Sparks.

Impact Berger drew another start, but she was limited to just seven minutes, while racking up a game-worst minus-13 ratio with one turnover. JJ Quinerly was way more effective off the bench, and it wouldn't be surprising to see Berger headed back to a reserve role sometime soon.

AUGUST 16 • ROTOWIRE

Posts just two points Berger accumulated two points (1-2 FG) and one rebound across 17 minutes during Tuesday's 81-80 victory over Indiana.

Impact Berger, who was signed for the remainder of the season earlier on Tuesday, was barely a factor despite the start. She had just as many turnovers as points, and she seemed to be a bit tentative on the offensive end. In seven games since coming over from the Sparks, she is averaging just 2.0 points, 2.8 rebounds, 2.0 assists and 0.8 steals.

AUGUST 13 • ROTOWIRE

Signs for rest of season Berger signed a contract with the Wings for the remainder of the season on Tuesday, Grant Afseth of The Next Hoops reports.

Impact Berger has made six appearances for the Wings so far, posting averages of 2.0 points, 3.2 rebounds, 2.3 assists and 1.0 steals in 18.0 minutes per game. She has struggled with her shot, though, as she's hitting 22.2 percent from the field.

AUGUST 12 • ROTOWIRE

Goes scoreless in Sunday's start Berger finished with zero points (0-5 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 0-2 FT), one rebound, two assists and two steals in 19 minutes in Sunday's 91-78 loss against the Mystics.

Impact Berger, working under her third seven-day contract, was making her first career start in the WNBA. She has shot the ball terribly in three games in August, hitting 20.0 percent (4-20 FG) in the span, including misses in all four three-pointer attempts.

AUGUST 11 • ROTOWIRE

Moves into starting lineup Berger will start Sunday against the Mystics, Joey Mistretta of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Impact Berger, who's operating under a third seven-day contract, will make her first start in the WNBA. With Paige Bueckers (back) sidelined, Berger played 30 minutes during Friday's loss to the Liberty, posting six points, eight rebounds, four assists and three steals. Bueckers will be back in action Sunday, but it's clear Berger's strong play has earned her at least one more extended look.

AUGUST 10 • ROTOWIRE

Starts second half in road loss Berger supplied two points (1-5 FG, 0-1 3Pt), one rebound, four assists and one steal over 21 minutes during Tuesday's 85-76 loss to the Liberty.

Impact Berger, who recently signed her third seven-day contract, was given an extended look Tuesday. She started the second half, supplanting JJ Quinerly, and while Berger did shoot the ball well, she dished out four assists with one steal and a plus-3 ratio. It's possible she could get a start sooner rather than later.

AUGUST 6 • ROTOWIRE

Signs new seven-day contract Berger signed a third seven-day contract with the Wings on Tuesday, Dorothy J. Gentry of Pro Hoops Writers reports.

Impact Berger's second seven-day deal expired on July 31, but the Wings have brought her back into the mix to add depth to the rotation. This means Berger will be available to play Tuesday against the Liberty.

AUGUST 5 • ROTOWIRE

Seven-day contract expires Berger's second seven-day contract with the Wings officially expired Wednesday.

Impact Berger's contract expired following Wednesday's loss to the Dream. Since the Wings are getting Maddy Siegrist back from injury, Berger is free to seek opportunities elsewhere. It seems unlikely that Berger will land another contract with the Wings in the near future since they now have 11 players available, making them ineligible to sign a player to a hardship contract, per Joey Mistretta of ClutchPoints.com. Berger posted averages of 1.3 points, 3.0 rebounds and 1.3 assists in 13.0 minutes per game across three appearances for Dallas.

JULY 31 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't see floor Berger accumulated no counting stats in zero minutes during Wednesday's 88-85 loss to the Dream. Following the game, her seven-day contract expired for Dallas.

Impact It's not immediately clear if Berger will stick around Dallas. In three appearances with the club, Berger posted averages of 1.3 points, 3.0 rebounds and 1.3 assists in 13.0 minutes per game.

JULY 31 • ROTOWIRE

Sees 13 minutes in win Berger logged four points (2-4 FG, 0-2 3Pt), four rebounds and one assist over 13 minutes during Monday's 92-82 victory over the Liberty.

Impact Making her third appearance for the Wings, Berger got onto the score sheet for the first time. She's had a very minor role so far with minutes in the low teens, so she's not quite on the fantasy radar yet.

JULY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Inks seven-day deal with Dallas The Wings signed Berger to a seven-day deal Thursday.

Impact Dallas recently released Berger on July 23 after her seven-day contract expired. She'll return to the team for a second stint this season. The 26-year-old guard played in only one game during her first seven-day deal, finishing with one rebound and one assist across 16 minutes during the loss to the Storm on June 17.

JULY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Officially let go Wednesday The Wings officially released Berger on Wednesday, Scott Agness of FieldhouseFiles.com reports.

Impact Berger's seven-day contract expiring following Tuesday's 87-63 victory over Seattle, and the Wings have opted to not bring her back on a second deal. The 26-year-old guard has played a total of 26 minutes over two appearances for Dallas and Las Vegas this season, and Berger will hope to find another home elsewhere as backcourt depth.

JULY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Seven-day contract expires Berger produced zero points (0-2 FG), four rebounds, two assists and one block over 10 minutes during Tuesday's 87-63 victory over Seattle. Her seven-day contract expired after the...

Impact Berger was brought in to provide emergency depth for Dallas. If the Wings don't end up bringing her back, she'll have to look for opportunities elsewhere.

JULY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Grace Berger Finds Another WNBA Team Grace Berger joins Wings days before All-Star break in Indy.

JULY 16 • KANSASCITY.COM

Signs with Wings Berger signed a 7-day contract with the Wings on Wednesday, WNBA writer Dorothy J. Gentry reports.

Impact This will be a hardship contract for the short term with the Wings dealing with several injuries. Berger will be available to provide emergency depth Wednesday against the Aces.

JULY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Waived by Sparks The Sparks waived Berger on Friday.

Impact Berger soaked up 16 minutes of court time in Tuesday's blowout loss to Seattle, but she'll quickly head back into free agency following her season debut. Los Angeles is set to get Kelsey Plum back from a leg injury for Saturday's contest against the Lynx, which perhaps played a part in the team's decision to let Berger go.

JUNE 20 • ROTOWIRE

16 minutes in debut Berger posted zero points (0-4 FG, 0-2 3Pt), one rebound and one assist across 16 minutes during Tuesday's 98-67 loss to the Storm.

Impact Berger was waived by the Lynx during training camp but landed a hardship contract with the Sparks ahead of Tuesday's game. With Odyssey Sims (personal), Kelsey Plum (lower leg) and Cameron Brink (knee) all unavailable, there were plenty of minutes available during the blowout loss. It's unclear when those players will be back on the court, but until then, Berger could carve out a consistent reserve role.

JUNE 18 • ROTOWIRE

Ogwumike scores 26, Williams has 8 steals for Storm record in 98-67 win over Sparks

Nneka Ogwumike scored a season-high 26 points on 12-of-16 shooting and Gabby Williams set a club record for steals as the Seattle Storm coasted past the injury-plagued Los Angeles...

JUNE 18 • Associated Press