Paige Bueckers Joins Dallas Wings on Record Deal

Paige Bueckers, the No. 1 overall pick in the 2025 WNBA Draft, has officially joined the Dallas Wings by signing a four-year rookie contract worth $348,198. The Wings introduced Bueckers and their draft class at a Dallas City Hall press conference, generating excitement from fans and local sports figures. Bueckers, known for her standout career at UConn, will team up with All-Star Arike Ogunbowale as the Wings aim to rebound from a difficult 2024 season. For the first time in franchise history, the Wings have sold out season tickets ahead of Bueckers' arrival. Bueckers' debut featured a tribute to Kobe Bryant with custom sneakers and has already sparked buzz on social media. The Wings begin preseason play on May 2 and open their regular season at home on May 16, with high expectations for Bueckers to lead a new era.