NEW YORK CITY — The Dallas Wings made their intentions clear Monday night, selecting UConn star Paige Bueckers with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2025 WNBA Draft. It’s a franchise-shifting move—one that pairs one of college basketball’s most electrifying talents with a team ready to take the next step.
Bueckers, fresh off leading the Huskies to a national championship, enters the league with both accolades and expectations. Her senior campaign left little doubt about her pro-readiness. The 5-foot-11 point guard averaged 19.9 points, 4.4 rebounds, and 4.6 assists per game while shooting an eye-popping 53.4% from the field and 41.9% from three. Her efficiency and versatility set her apart in a class stacked with talent.
Her impact goes well beyond the box score. Known for her poise in late-game moments and innate feel for the game, she brings a level of polish rarely seen in rookie guards. Whether it’s orchestrating an offense, hitting a big shot, or locking in defensively, Bueckers has proven she can do it all—and do it when it matters most.
For the Wings, who have been on the brink of contention in recent seasons, the addition of Bueckers offers a clear path forward. With a young core already in place, she’s expected to slot in immediately as a floor general and offensive catalyst.
The buzz surrounding her arrival in Dallas is already palpable. And if her college career is any indication, Bueckers won’t just meet expectations—she’ll exceed them.
The city is ready. The team is ready. And now, with Bueckers in blue and green, the future might just be arriving sooner than expected.
