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Ivory CoastPaige Bueckers and Azzi Fudd Address Relationship Status and Dallas Move
Dallas Wings stars Paige Bueckers and Azzi Fudd discussed their breakup, Fudd's knee recovery, and the team's upcoming arena move on Fudd's podcast.
Setting the Record Straight
Dallas Wings teammates Paige Bueckers and Azzi Fudd sat down on Fudd's podcast, "Fudd Around and Find Out," to clear the air about their personal history and their first year together as pros. Both players were picked first overall in consecutive drafts after previously teaming up in college at UConn.
Bueckers addressed their past relationship directly, stating that they are no longer together and have not been for a while. The two wanted to silence claims that their history had any influence on Dallas drafting Fudd at number one in April. Bueckers explained that Fudd earned the pick on her own merits as an elite talent, adding that the breakup happened well before the draft took place.
Knee Rehab and First Playoff Run
Fudd is working to return to full strength following an injury that cut her rookie year short. She averaged 13.1 points over 30 games before an injury to her right knee required season ending arthroscopic surgery in August. Fudd noted that her offseason has been full of rehab, travel, and workouts, with special attention on developing her isolation game.
Bueckers produced a strong campaign, recording 20.9 points, 4.1 rebounds, and 5.9 assists per game to earn an All WNBA second team spot. Dallas entered the postseason as the number seven seed and bowed out in the first round against the eventual champion Golden State Valkyries. Bueckers admitted the defeat bothered her for a week, leading her to reach out to Sue Bird about handling early playoff exits, while praising the defensive pressure Golden State brought to the floor.
New Home Court and Fan Scrutiny
A major change is coming for the franchise next season. The Wings are moving into the 19,000 seat American Airlines Center in downtown Dallas. The club had been playing at UT Arlington's College Park Center, which holds just over 7,000 fans, since moving to Texas in 2016.
While the new arena will draw bigger crowds, both players hope people will stop overanalyzing their every move. Bueckers pointed out that their friends and families have faced negative comments online, and she urged spectators to stop reading into simple on court interactions. Fudd added that they have shared what they feel is necessary, noting that the rest of their personal lives will stay private.
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