Battery Charge Against WNBA Star Arike Ogunbowale Moves Forward

The Dallas Wings guard faces legal battle after a nightclub incident last month.

Apr. 10, 2026 at 1:21pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a crumpled security badge or access card, lit by a harsh, direct camera flash against a pitch-black background, conveying a sense of abrupt confrontation and investigative intensity without depicting any violence or victims.A nightclub security incident has led to a battery charge against WNBA star Arike Ogunbowale, raising questions about her off-court behavior.Today in Miami

Arike Ogunbowale, the star player for the Dallas Wings in the WNBA, is now facing a battery charge after an incident at a Miami nightclub in early March. The state attorney's office is moving forward with the case, and Ogunbowale has pleaded not guilty.

Why it matters

Ogunbowale is a four-time WNBA All-Star and a key player for the Dallas Wings. This legal issue could have significant implications for her career and the team's upcoming season.

The details

According to the arrest report, Ogunbowale was involved in a physical altercation with a member of the nightclub's security staff, who was trying to escort her out of the establishment as part of an unrelated incident. The responding officer reviewed security camera footage and confirmed the victim's statements, leading to Ogunbowale's arrest.

  • Ogunbowale was arrested at 4:22 am on March 5, hours after winning the Unrivaled championship with Mist BC.
  • Ogunbowale was released after posting $1,000 for bail, according to Miami-Dade court records.
  • The state attorney's office is now moving forward with the battery charge against Ogunbowale.

The players

Arike Ogunbowale

A star player for the Dallas Wings in the WNBA, Ogunbowale is a four-time All-Star and three-time All-WNBA selection.

Dallas Wings

The professional women's basketball team that Ogunbowale has played for her entire WNBA career.

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What’s next

Further court dates and hearings have not yet been set, but Ogunbowale has pleaded not guilty to the battery charge.

The takeaway

This incident raises questions about Ogunbowale's off-court behavior and its potential impact on her WNBA career with the Dallas Wings. The team and league will be closely monitoring the legal proceedings and Ogunbowale's response.