Awak Kuier Opens Up On Difficult Transition From Finland To Dallas Wings After Playing In Turkey

The Dallas Wings might have one of the top five starting lineups in the 2026 season, following the massive offseason overhaul. They are still waiting for a few players to join the training camp. One recent addition to the team is Awak Kuier.

The 2021 rookie spent two seasons with the franchise before returning to Europe. The franchise still had her contract rights, allowing her to recall the star player who developed into a strong paint commander.

Awak Kuier Speaks About Difficulty In Adjusting To Transition

After a poor outing in the 2026 season, the Wings made a massive change in their roster and coaching staff, too. While fans are looking for the Wings’ development under coach Jose Fernandez, a new player comes to the picture to add another dimension to the versatile lineup. But it was a massive challenge for the franchise and players to make it to the league in time.

“It was tough, you know, obviously with the visa, having to go to Finland first, then going through the whole process, then the Embassy. But the Dallas Wings’ crew was super helpful,” Kuier told reporters about her transition.

Awak Kuier on the process of getting to Dallas from her home country of Finland after playing in Turkey : “It was tough.” pic.twitter.com/JQesfX6VP9

— Myah Taylor (@t_myah) May 5, 2026

Dallas Wings forward Awak Kuier is experiencing visa and immigration-related travel delays, which are delaying her arrival to training camp. She is navigating complex immigration requirements to secure necessary travel documentation. Kuier, a Finnish player, has faced similar immigration hurdles in previous seasons, notably in 2021.

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While the player has now joined the team, her availability for the opening game is still unclear. But the player will be a key piece in the Wings’ long-term plans.

Awak Kuier Have Key Role In Dallas Wings’ strong performance in the 2026 Season

The coach, with a keen eye on young talent across the basketball world, already has his next strong project in the Spanish star. While Azzi Fudd and Paige Bueckers are major contributors to the team’s success, they will have a strong forward as backup in Kier.

Adding Alanna Smith and Alysha Smith would put strong players in the frontcourt, but having a futuristic player with strong, proven skill sets would help the side maintain a longer window of dominance.

Awak Kuier has arrived. pic.twitter.com/zxdh4nosBk

— Myah Taylor (@t_myah) May 5, 2026

With three guards capable of elite playmaking, the star would fit in perfectly for the pick-and-roll or even for the post-up moves.