The Dallas Wings waived Teaira McCowan to complete a trade with the Minnesota Lynx. McCowan, who joined the Wings in 2022, appeared in 17 games for the team in 2025. The 6-7 center averaged 5.6 points and 4.6 rebounds while shooting .537 from the field.

Days ahead of the 2025 WNBA trade deadline (Aug. 7 at 3 p.m. ET), the league-leading Minnesota Lynx made a big swing to try and bolster their title chances. Early on Sunday, the Lynx sent Diamond Miller, Karlie Samuelson and a 2027 second-round pick to the Dallas Wings for 2024 Most Improved Player DiJonai Carrington.

The Minnesota Lynx acquired guard DiJonai Carrington from the Dallas Wings, the teams announced on Sunday. Going to Dallas in exchange are forward Diamond Miller, guard Karlie Samuelson and the Lynx's 2027 second-round draft pick.