In their latest move, the Dallas Wings have added another chess piece to their already star-studded board, and it is none other than veteran guard Odyssey Sims.
The Wings had one of their worst campaigns in franchise history last season. But they don’t plan to be haunted by the ghost of their past as they carefully stack pieces on their roster to rebuild and finally right those past wrongs.
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Sims has agreed to a one-year deal with Dallas, and that has marked her return to a franchise where she has already carved out multiple stints during her career. But this isn’t just a reunion for comfort’s sake.
Odyssey Sims will bring exactly what the Wings lacked last year. That is stability, experience, and a guard who can seamlessly shift between being a scorer and a playmaker.
Still, for the Wings to remember what she brings to the table, it took her run with the Indiana Fever in 2025.
With Caitlin Clark & Co., she averaged 10.1 points and 3.8 assists in the regular season. Her ability to organize the offense while still being a scoring threat made her an essential piece on the Fever roster when the team navigated through injuries and rotation shifts.
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Odyssey Sims wasn’t just a role player; she gave Indiana an edge when it mattered most. And now, she will take that same grit to Dallas.
But let’s make one thing clear, while as a former No. 2 overall pick in the 2014 WNBA Draft, she will definitely bring years of experience to this team, what made her an attractive pick in the free agency was familiarity.
After spending parts of previous seasons with Dallas, Sims already understands their system, expectations, and environment. That will help her to adjust to the team quickly and contribute immediately.
Dallas Wings Piece Together a Complete Identity in a Ruthless, High-Impact Offseason Rebuild with Odyssey Sims
If there is any franchise that is making the most of this offseason, it’s the Dallas Wings.
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Ever since free agency started, they have been working on their identity piece by piece by becoming one of the most active and intentional teams in the league. They have been carefully stacking talent, experience, and versatility across every position on their roster. So it’s safe to say they will be an exciting team to watch in the upcoming 2026 season.
Sep 21, 2025; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Indiana Fever guard Odyssey Sims (1) celebrates with teammates during the third quarter in game one of the second round for the 2025 WNBA Playoffs against the Las Vegas Aces at Michelob Ultra Arena. Mandatory Credit: Lucas Peltier-Imagn Images
It all began with the addition of Jessica Shepard, which immediately bolstered their frontcourt with rebounding strength, interior presence, and a reliable two-way production.
After Shepard, the Wings brought in Alanna Smith on a three-year deal. But when the Wings picked Azzi Fudd as the No. 1 pick in the 2026 WNBA draft, that’s when fans really got a glimpse of the plans this franchise has for its future.
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That move, paired with existing star power from Arike Ogunbowale and Paige Bueckers, has given Dallas one of the most dangerous backcourt foundations in the league.
But they still weren’t done.
Dallas then went on to sign 3x WNBA champion Alysha Clark to bring in a veteran with leadership skills, defensive toughness, and a championship pedigree.
And now, with Odyssey Sims back in the fold, Dallas’ puzzle may be finally done as every piece is starting to click into place.
