Portland Fire Defeats Seattle Storm 100-93 in WNBA Clash
Saturday, August 8, 2026, 8:30 PM ET · Moda Center
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Quick answers
Who won Seattle Storm vs Portland Fire?
Portland Fire beat Seattle Storm 100-93 at Moda Center on August 8, 2026.
Who was favored in Seattle Storm vs Portland Fire?
Seattle Storm were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -118 (about 54% implied). The underdog won.
In an exciting matchup at the Moda Center, the Portland Fire secured a 100-93 victory over the Seattle Storm, extending their dominance in the series to 4-0. This win is particularly significant as it marks the Fire's recent resurgence, coming off a victory against the Toronto Tempo just two days prior, where they won 97-83. The Fire's performance in this game showcased their ability to bounce back, especially after a challenging stretch that saw them lose six of their previous nine games.
The Fire's recent form has been a mixed bag, with a record of 3-7 over their last ten games. They have averaged 91.3 points scored while allowing 92.7 points per game during this stretch. The win against the Storm improved their home record to 1-4 in their last five games, while their overall home record stands at 13-19 for the season. In contrast, the Storm have struggled significantly, losing all ten of their last games, averaging 88.5 points scored and allowing 95.9 points against. Their away record is particularly concerning, as they have not secured a victory on the road in their last seven attempts.
The matchup also featured a notable injury report. The Fire were without Carla Leite, Frieda Buhner, Luisa Geiselsoder, Sarah Ashlee Barker, and Sania Feagin, all of whom were out for various reasons, including personal issues and injuries. The Storm were missing Natisha Hiedeman due to a shoulder issue and Awa Fam for non-injury-related reasons. These absences undoubtedly impacted the depth and performance of both teams.
The market had favored the Storm slightly, with DraftKings listing them at -1.5 on the spread, indicating a close contest was expected. The total for the game was set at 180.5, reflecting the anticipated scoring pace. However, the Fire's offensive execution, particularly in the fourth quarter, proved decisive in overcoming the odds.
The game conditions were conducive to a competitive atmosphere, and the Fire capitalized on their home advantage. The final moments were particularly thrilling, with Holly Winterburn making a crucial layup to extend the Fire's lead to 96-88. Jordan Harrison then added to the score with free throws, bringing the tally to 98-90. Despite a late surge from the Storm, including a three-point jumper from Dominique Malonga, the Fire maintained their composure to secure the win.
Fans watching this game were treated to a display of resilience from the Fire, who have shown they can rise to the occasion despite their injury woes. The Storm, on the other hand, will need to regroup after this defeat to find a way to break their losing streak as they continue to search for answers in a challenging season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | SEA -1.5 | 180.5 o -112 / u -108 | Seattle Storm -118 · Portland Fire -102 |
Injury report
- Carla LeiteOutNot Injury RelatedPortland Fire
- Frieda BuhnerOutNot Injury RelatedPortland Fire
- Luisa GeiselsoderOutPersonalPortland Fire
- Sarah Ashlee BarkerOutKneePortland Fire
- Sania FeaginOutKneePortland Fire
- Natisha HiedemanOutShoulderSeattle Storm
- Awa FamOutNot Injury RelatedSeattle Storm
Leaders
- PointsBridget Carleton24Portland Fire
- AssistsHolly Winterburn7Portland Fire
- ReboundsJordan Harrison7Portland Fire
- PointsJade Melbourne23Seattle Storm
- AssistsEzi Magbegor6Seattle Storm
- ReboundsDominique Malonga9Seattle Storm
Recent form
Portland Fire
Last 10: 3-7Streak W191.3 scored · 92.7 allowed per game1-4 at home
- W97-83vs Toronto TempoAug 7
- L101-106vs Los Angeles SparksAug 2
- L98-112vs Indiana FeverAug 1
- L83-98at Las Vegas AcesJul 29
- L97-101vs Dallas WingsJul 23
- L93-101at Minnesota LynxJul 19
- W75-56at Washington MysticsJul 16
- L87-90at Connecticut SunJul 14
- W102-92at Atlanta DreamJul 11
- L80-88vs Las Vegas AcesJul 10
Seattle Storm
Last 10: 0-10Streak L1088.5 scored · 95.9 allowed per game0-7 away
- L86-92at New York LibertyAug 5
- L83-95at New York LibertyAug 3
- L89-98at Atlanta DreamJul 31
- L95-105vs Indiana FeverJul 29
- L76-86vs Minnesota LynxJul 22
- L102-105vs Minnesota LynxJul 21
- L107-110at Indiana FeverJul 17
- L90-95at Chicago SkyJul 15
- L79-84at Washington MysticsJul 12
- L78-89at Atlanta DreamJul 10
Standings
| Team | Games behind | Lost | Streak | Win % | Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | - | 9 | L2 | .775 | 31 |
| Golden State | 2 | 11 | W4 | .725 | 29 |
| Las Vegas | 4 | 13 | W3 | .675 | 27 |
| Dallas | 7 | 16 | W4 | .600 | 24 |
| Portland | 15 | 24 | L1 | .400 | 16 |
| Los Angeles | 16 | 25 | W2 | .375 | 15 |
| Phoenix | 17 | 26 | W1 | .350 | 14 |
| Seattle | 23 | 32 | L1 | .200 | 8 |
Box score
| Stat | Seattle Storm | Portland Fire |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 32-68 | 34-66 |
| Field goal % | 47 | 52 |
| Three-pointers | 13-36 | 15-36 |
| Three-point % | 36 | 42 |
| Free throws | 16-19 | 17-20 |
| Free throw % | 84 | 85 |
| Rebounds | 27 | 31 |
| Offensive rebounds | 6 | 4 |
| Defensive rebounds | 21 | 27 |
| Assists | 19 | 25 |
| Steals | 6 | 6 |
| Blocks | 6 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 13 | 10 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 2 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 17 | 19 |
| Fast-break points | 4 | 12 |
| Points in the paint | 32 | 32 |
| Fouls | 20 | 18 |
| Largest lead | 5 | 15 |
| Lead changes | 9 | 9 |
| Time in front | 17 | 80 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter55-66Jade Melbourne makes 25-foot three pointer
- 3rd Quarter57-66Jade Melbourne makes running layup
- 3rd Quarter57-67Frieda Buhner makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter59-67Dominique Malonga makes two point shot
- 3rd Quarter59-70Nyadiew Puoch makes 22-foot three point jumper (Holly Winterburn assists)
- 3rd Quarter61-70Dominique Malonga makes 3-foot layup (Jade Melbourne assists)
- 3rd Quarter61-72Frieda Buhner makes driving layup (Holly Winterburn assists)
- 3rd Quarter63-72Jordan Horston makes 10-foot floating jump shot (Jade Melbourne assists)
- 3rd Quarter63-74Holly Winterburn makes driving layup (Serah Williams assists)
- 3rd Quarter65-74Jade Melbourne makes 20-foot step back jumpshot
- 3rd Quarter66-74Jade Melbourne makes free throw 1 of 1
- 3rd Quarter66-75Serah Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter68-75Zia Cooke makes 4-foot two point shot
- 3rd Quarter69-75Zia Cooke makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter70-75Zia Cooke makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter72-75Ezi Magbegor makes 19-foot turnaround jump shot (Zia Cooke assists)
- 4th Quarter72-77Bridget Carleton makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter74-77Ezi Magbegor makes driving layup (Natisha Hiedeman assists)
- 4th Quarter75-77Ezi Magbegor makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter75-79Bridget Carleton makes 4-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter75-82Jordan Harrison makes 22-foot three point jumper (Frieda Buhner assists)
- 4th Quarter78-82Awa Fam makes 22-foot three point jumper (Jade Melbourne assists)
- 4th Quarter78-85Nyadiew Puoch makes 23-foot three point jumper (Holly Winterburn assists)
- 4th Quarter78-88Bridget Carleton makes 25-foot three point jumper (Holly Winterburn assists)
- 4th Quarter78-90Nyadiew Puoch makes driving layup (Holly Winterburn assists)
- 4th Quarter78-91Nyadiew Puoch makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter79-91Jordan Horston makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter79-94Bridget Carleton makes 24-foot three pointer
- 4th Quarter82-94Jordan Horston makes 24-foot three point jumper (Dominique Malonga assists)
- 4th Quarter84-94Dominique Malonga makes 4-foot layup (Jordan Horston assists)
- 4th Quarter87-94Jordan Horston makes 26-foot three point jumper (Ezi Magbegor assists)
- 4th Quarter88-94Jade Melbourne makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter88-96Holly Winterburn makes 3-foot layup (Jordan Harrison assists)
- 4th Quarter88-97Jordan Harrison makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter88-98Jordan Harrison makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter89-98Dominique Malonga makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter90-98Dominique Malonga makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter90-99Bridget Carleton makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter90-100Bridget Carleton makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter93-100Dominique Malonga makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jade Melbourne assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Portland Fire, below favours Seattle Storm.
Venue
- Moda CenterPortland, OR
- Attendance15294
- OfficialsAngel Kent, Tyler Mirkovich, Gerda Gatling
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