Bueckers is now averaging 18.2 points, 4.0 rebounds and 5.5 assists during her rookie campaign. She is shooting 45.0% from the floor and 32.9% from the three-point line. She also recorded a double-double in late May against the Minnesota Lynx.

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Bueckers has admitted that she is desperate to partner with a real estate company so that she doesn't have to "pay for a house."

Dallas Wings rookie Paige Bueckers immediately became one of the WNBA's biggest stars once Dallas selected her with the No. 1 pick in the 2025 WNBA Draft. This is owed to the massive fan base she has amassed,

The Golden State Valkyries have surprised many observers with their stronger-than-expected debut season. The WNBA's newest team is in the thick of the playoff race with a 10-12 record -- and under head coach Natalie Nakase, Golden State boasts the third-best scoring defense in the league.