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By. Annabelle Yearby 11/11/26
Have you ever watched the WNBA? If so, have you ever heard of Paige Bueckers? She is a famous basketball player and a guard for the Dallas Wings. She started her basketball career when she was just 5 years old. Paige Bueckers has come a long way, and it has really paid off.
Paige Bueckers after she scored a basket.
Paige didn't just play basketball growing up; she also played baseball (as a catcher), soccer, football, track, and softball. All those sports helped her develop skills and become really competitive. Being a multi-sport athlete made her ready to play on the court. Her early years were definitely important in shaping her into the amazing player she is today. Paige's family was definitely a big help in her sports career. Paige Bueckers comes from a supportive family that played a huge role in her athletic journey. Growing up, her father coached her in all types of sports, helping her get the skills she has to this day and a love for competition. Her family's encouragement helped her develop her talent and passion for basketball from a very young age. They continue to be an inspiration and support her as she pursues her dreams in the WNBA!
Paige Bueckers played lots of sports growing up to give her the skills for basketball that she has to this day. Right now, she plays for the Dallas Wings and is a guard for their team. Her stats for the 2026 season are 20.9 PTS, 5.9 assists, and 4.1 rebounds; she shot 51.2% and 41.0% from the three-point area per game. In college, she played for UConn (she also played as a guard), which got her most of her fame. Paige led her college team to the National Championships in 2021 and became the first freshman ever to win AP player of the year. She finished her UConn career with 2,493 points and averaged 19 points per game, and she was the #1 pick in the 2025 WNBA draft; she got drafted to the team she plays for now, which is the Dallas Wings. Paige has said multiple inspiring quotes, but one that really stuck out was, “Some people play the game, some people love the game-but I think I live the game.”
Paige's picture for media day.
Overall, Paige Bueckers has come a very long way in inspiring others to do the sports they love. She is an overall great athlete and really knows how to put work into the things she's great at. Lots of her fans and family are excited to see where she goes next in her upcoming basketball career and the upcoming 2026-2027 WNBA season. You can watch her play on Prime Video, Peacock, ESPN, Paramount, YouTube TV, etc.
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