Dallas Wings guard Paige Bueckers is making it clear why she was the No. 1 overall pick in the 2025 WNBA Draft. While this rookie class has produced several standout performances, Bueckers is separating herself from the pack and making a compelling case for Rookie of the Year.
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In Friday night's game against the Connecticut Sun, Bueckers delivered yet another impressive performance, finishing with 21 points, seven assists, two rebounds and two steals. It marked her fourth 20-point game of the season—more than all other rookies combined, who collectively have just four.
That stat alone underscores her dominance. Bueckers isn’t just consistent, she’s also explosive. One of those 20-point outings included a 35-point performance against the Phoenix Mercury, the highest-scoring game by any rookie this season.
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Fans are taking notice, too. Bueckers ranks in the top 10 of the WNBA All-Star 2025 first returns fan voting—an impressive feat for a first-year player.