Dallas Wings Select Paige Bueckers with the 1st Pick of the WNBA Draft
In a highly anticipated move, the Dallas Wings selected University of Connecticut guard Paige Bueckers with the first overall pick in the 2025 WNBA Draft. This selection marks a new era for the Wings franchise, with Bueckers poised to make an immediate impact on the team.
Bueckers’ College Career Highlights
Paige Bueckers’ collegiate career was nothing short of phenomenal. She led the UConn Huskies to their 12th NCAA Championship, concluding her five-year stay with the program’s highest career scoring average of 19.8 points per game. Her impressive resume includes¹:
– Awards and Accolades:
– Three-time First Team All-American
– Three-time BIG EAST Player of the Year
– Two-time Nancy Lieberman National Point Guard of the Year Award winner
– UConn Records:
– Highest career scoring average (19.8 points per game)
– Most points in NCAA Tournament games (477)
– Highest assist-turnover ratio in a season (3.52, 2024-25)
What to Expect from Bueckers in the WNBA
Bueckers is known for her exceptional skills on the court, including her ability to score efficiently at all levels and create opportunities for her teammates. Dallas Wings Executive Vice President and General Manager Curt Miller expressed excitement about Bueckers joining the team, citing her commitment to giving back to the community as a great fit for the franchise.
Pairing with Arike Ogunbowale
Bueckers will join forces with four-time all-star and three-time all-WNBAer Arike Ogunbowale in the Wings’ backcourt. This pairing is expected to bring significant talent and leadership to the team, potentially turning the tide for the Wings after a 10-24 record in the previous season.
The Future of the Dallas Wings
With Bueckers on board, the Dallas Wings are likely to see a significant improvement in their performance. Her talent, work ethic and dedication to the sport make her an exciting addition to the team. As the WNBA season unfolds, fans will be eagerly watching to see how Bueckers adapts to the professional league and contributes to the Wings’ success.
