Paige Bueckers brutally beaten in wake-up call debut: “Welcome to the WNBA,” fans say
Paige Bueckers, the No. 1 overall pick in the 2025 WNBA Draft, made her highly anticipated debut with the Dallas Wings on May 2, but it wasn't without a rough moment. During a preseason game against the Las Vegas Aces at Purcell Pavilion in South Bend, Indiana, the former UConn star took a hard hit to the chest from Aces guard Kelsey Plum, sparking a wave of reactions from WNBA fans. The incident highlighted the physicality Bueckers will face as she transitions to the professional level. The game, which ended in a 112-78 loss for the Wings, showcased Bueckers' potential despite the lopsided score. She played 23 minutes, finishing with 10 points, four rebounds, and one assist, shooting 4-for-7 from the field and 2-for-3 from beyond the arc. Paige Bueckers joins Dallas Wings in powerful animated video that proves she's […]