Latest News About Johnson's 26-point debut ends in Storm defeat

Seattle Storm rookie Flau’jae Johnson notched 26 points in her first WNBA game on July 21, 2026. Her decisive three-pointer arrived as Storm was beaten 105-102 in Minnesota. The game followed same-day losses for Atlanta Dream. Angel Reese and Allisha Gray propelled Dream over Storm 110-104. Both sides showed strong offensive play, with the Storm leaning on Johnson's shooting. Despite the attempt, the Storm could not clinch the win. Dream's stars stepped up and secured the victory. The matchup illustrates the rising talent in the league.