Even Kobe Bryant can’t save Paige Bueckers from her first WNBA Blow: A’ja Wilson makes it clear she’s in for a tough year
Paige Bueckers, the No. 1 overall pick in the 2025 WNBA Draft, made her highly anticipated preseason debut with the Dallas Wings against the Las Vegas Aces. Despite her impressive college career and the backing of NBA legend Kobe Bryant's "Mamba Mentality," Bueckers faced a formidable challenge in her first taste of professional basketball.What a mess! Paige Bueckers absolutely fails at catching sticks game and shows her frustrationA dream debut with a harsh realityWearing Kobe 9 sneakers in UConn colors, a tribute to her alma mater and the late Lakers icon, Bueckers showcased her skills early in the game. She scored 10 points, four rebounds, and one assist in 22 minutes of play, shooting 4-of-7 from the field, including 2-of-3 from beyond the arc. One standout moment was her left-handed scoop layup over reigning MVP A'ja Wilson, highlighting her potential.However, […]