Paige Bueckers, a standout rookie for the Dallas Wings and the projected No. 1 overall pick in 2025, has emerged as a key player despite her team’s struggles this season. After a challenging start that saw the Wings begin with a record of 1-11, they have managed to improve to 5-13, although they still sit at the bottom of the Western Conference.
Bueckers has been a bright spot for the team, leading in points per game with an impressive average of 18.4, along with 5.8 assists and 1.8 steals. Her performance saw a notable uptick in June, where she averaged 21.6 points, 4.1 rebounds, and 5 assists per game over the month, which culminated in her earning the Kia WNBA Rookie of the Month award for June, marking her first such accolade. This recognition is particularly remarkable considering she missed three games early in the month due to a concussion and illness, and had to sit out another game because of knee soreness.
Prior to her professional career, Bueckers had a storied college career at UConn Huskies, where she earned multiple Player of the Year awards and a national championship. Her best college season came in 2023-24, where she posted outstanding averages that solidified her reputation as a premier player.
Despite the Dallas Wings’ current position, Bueckers’ individual achievements and determination provide a glimmer of hope for the team and its fans, signaling that brighter days may be ahead as she continues to develop her skills in the league.