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DHJ Quick Take: Azzi Fudd's Preseason Debut The IQ Adjustment: Azzi Fudd noted that the biggest jump from college to the WNBA isn't just about athleticism but also "IQ." Her early foul trouble (3 in the first half) served as a mechanical necessity for learning the speed of pro close-outs—a...

DHJ Quick Take: The Culture Architect The Defensive Mandate: Paige Bueckers’ Day 5 huddle message—that defense is "about want to"—is the clearest sign yet that she has moved past the "don't step on toes" rookie phase. By demanding a higher standard on the defensive end, she is perfectly aligning with...

DHJ Quick Take: The Training Camp Vibe The Voice of Paige: Jose Fernandez’s "Championship Standard" has found its perfect engine in Paige Bueckers. The head coach’s glowing praise for her leadership—even with seasoned veterans arriving—is a massive green flag. Bueckers isn't just a star; she is the culture-setter whose "voice"...

DHJ Quick Take: The Scramble Effect Downstream Gravity: Andraya Carter’s most compelling point is that Azzi Fudd’s value isn't just in the shots she makes, but the driving lanes she creates. By forcing defenders to stay home on the perimeter, she prevents help-side defense from collapsing on Paige Bueckers or...

Dallas Wings guard Paige Bueckers capped off one of the most remarkable rookie seasons in league history Friday, earning All-WNBA Second Team honors. The 6-foot guard was the only first-year player selected to an All-WNBA Team this season. A national panel of sportswriters and broadcasters voted for the league’s postseason...

The Dallas Wings (0–4) continue their road trip on Tuesday night with a nationally anticipated matchup against the Connecticut Sun (0–4) at Mohegan Sun Arena. Tipoff is scheduled for 6:00 p.m. CT, with the game airing locally in Dallas-Fort Worth on KFAA29 and streaming out-of-market on WNBA League Pass. It’s...

When Paige Bueckers steps onto the court Tuesday night to face the Minnesota Lynx, it will mark more than just another early-season matchup for the Dallas Wings. For the Edina native and former Hopkins High School star, it’s a full-circle moment years in the making. “I’m always happy to be...

Napheesa Collier scored 34 points to spoil the WNBA debut of fellow UConn alum Paige Bueckers and lead the Minnesota Lynx to a 99-84 victory over the Dallas Wings in Friday night’s season opener at College Park Center. The nationally televised matchup marked the beginning of a new era in...

Opening night of the 2025 WNBA season brings a sold-out crowd, a marquee matchup, and a generational debut when the Dallas Wings and Minnesota Lynx face off against each other. However, the matchup extends beyond the hardwood. Much attention is on Paige Bueckers, the No. 1 overall pick and newest...

The Dallas Wings open the 2025 WNBA season Friday night before a sold-out crowd at College Park Center. They will host the Minnesota Lynx in one of the most anticipated opening weekend matchups. Tipoff is set for 6:30 p.m. CT and will air nationally on ION. The Wings announced the...