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Dallas Wings guard Aziaha James runs through drills during the third day of training camp in Arlington.
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Dallas Wings Training Camp Interviews Day 3: Jose Fernandez, Aziaha James, Li Yueru And Grace Berger

DHJ Quick Take: The Professional Standard The Chelsea Gray Effect: Jose Fernandez emphasized Chelsea Gray’s leadership that Paige Bueckers learned from during their time together with USA Basketball for the 2026 World Cup Qualifiers in San Juan. The Global Game: Li Yueru noting that Fernandez’s "European influence" makes her more...
USA guard Paige Bueckers drives against New Zealand during the Women's World Cup 2026 Qualifier in Puerto Rico.
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‘She’s A Pro’: Paige Bueckers Is Built Different In Year 2, And Jose Fernandez Says It Will Show In Clutch Time

DHJ Quick Take: The Physical Engine Fourth-Quarter Finishing: Jose Fernandez’s focus on the final 10 minutes is a direct response to the Wings' 10-34 finish a year ago. By adding the strength to "absorb contact" and finish at the rim, Bueckers is eliminating the late-game fatigue and physical pushback that...
Dallas Wings guard Paige Bueckers handles the ball during a team drill on the opening day of 2026 training camp in Arlington.
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Dallas Wings Training Camp Day 1 Recap: Jose Fernandez Sets Tone With ‘No-BS’ Culture

DHJ Quick Take: Notebook Observations The Velocity Gap: Fernandez's "Sports Car" analogy isn't just a quote; it’s a tactical roadmap. By noting the gap in pace between veterans and camp invites, he’s signaling that his rotation will be built on players who can process information at WNBA speed without sacrificing...
Dallas Wings guard Azzi Fudd participates in drills during the team's first training camp practice at College Park Center in Arlington.
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Dallas Wings Training Camp Day 1 Interviews: Jose Fernandez, Paige Bueckers, Alanna Smith And Azzi Fudd

DHJ Quick Take: Press Conference Highlights The Aggression Directive: Head coach Jose Fernandez made headlines on Day 1 by instructing No. 1 pick Azzi Fudd to prioritize hunting her shot, noting that her aggression is what "opens things up for everyone else." Year 2 Mentality: Paige Bueckers returned to Arlington...
Costanza Verona of Italy drives to the basket during a FIBA Women's World Cup 2026 Qualifying game against USA in San Juan, Puerto Rico.
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‘I’ll Do Everything To Earn A Spot’: Costanza Verona Eager For Dallas Wings Training Camp

DHJ Quick Take: The EuroLeague Edge The "Schio" Connection: Verona arrives with championship DNA, having won five Italian Cups with Schio. Her familiarity with Jessica Shepard—who she played alongside in Italy—provides an immediate "chemistry bridge" that most training camp invitees lack. The Jose Fernandez Factor: Jose Fernandez has long been...
Zee Spearman #11 of the Tennessee Volunteers attempts a shot against the NC State Wolfpack during the first round of the 2026 NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament.
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Dallas Wings Select Zee Spearman No. 31 Overall In 2026 WNBA Draft

DHJ Quick Take: The Length Revolution Intentional Size: Curt Miller’s strategy is unmistakable. Between Alanna Smith, Jessica Shepard, Awak Kuier, and now Zee Spearman, the Wings have built a "Wall of Dallas" that stands 6-foot-4 or taller. This length is designed to insulate Paige Bueckers and Arike Ogunbowale defensively. 3x3...
Azzi Fudd #35 of the UConn Huskies dribbles the ball during the NCAA Women's Final Four semifinal against South Carolina in Phoenix.
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‘We’ve Known For A Little While’: Greg Bibb On Why Azzi Fudd Was The Only Choice For Dallas

DHJ Quick Take: The End of the Spacing Crisis Solving the Volume Problem: Greg Bibb’s admission that the team "struggled shooting the ball" is an understatement. By ranking last in 3PT attempts (21.6), the Wings allowed defenses to collapse on Arike Ogunbowale. Adding Fudd—who led Division I with 117 triples—immediately...
Paige Bueckers holds a basketball while posing in her USA Basketball uniform ahead of the 2026 FIBA Women's World Cup Qualifying Tournament in Puerto Rico.
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Dallas Wings Star Paige Bueckers Sees ‘Fire’ And ‘Versatility’ As Team USA’s Edge At Women’s World Cup Qualifier

Paige Bueckers spent years competing against many of her current USA Basketball teammates at the youth level. On Monday, she got her first taste of what it looks like when all that familiarity points in the same direction. Bueckers spoke with reporters after USA Basketball's first practice on site ahead...
WNBA: Paige Bueckers looks on during United States women’s national team training camp at Duke University in Durham, North Carolina.
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‘We Have A Chip On Our Shoulder’: Dallas Wings Star Paige Bueckers Shares Goals For USA Basketball Senior Debut

Paige Bueckers has been around elite basketball long enough to know what it demands. The Dallas Wings guard stood inside the Miami Heat's practice facility Saturday, one day before the United States women's national team departs for San Juan, Puerto Rico, and made clear she knows exactly where she fits...
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