UConn Star Azzi Fudd Confirms Relationship with WNBA’s Paige Bueckers

Azzi Fudd, a UConn basketball star, has fueled speculation about her relationship with Dallas Wings rookie Paige Bueckers by sharing a photo on her Instagram Story featuring a phone case that reads "Paige Bueckers' girlfriend." The two have a long-standing friendship dating back to their USA Basketball U16 tryouts and collegiate careers at UConn, where they led the team to a national championship before Bueckers was drafted No. 1 overall in the WNBA. Fans and media widely interpret Fudd's post, along with other public appearances such as Fudd attending Wings games wearing Bueckers' jersey and affectionate public interactions, as confirmation of a romantic relationship. This development has been celebrated by supporters and sparked a wave of positive reactions across social media platforms. Neither player has formally confirmed the relationship, but Fudd's Instagram bio featuring a rainbow emoji and playful social media interactions suggest openness about their bond. Their connection has become a symbol of both athletic excellence and personal authenticity within women's basketball.