Paige Bueckers’ first words as she expresses excitement about joining Dallas Wings at introductory press conference
On Wednesday, incoming WNBA rookie Paige Bueckers, who was drafted first overall by the Dallas Wings in this year’s WNBA Draft, spoke with members of the press for her introductory press conference.
Although the Wings missed the playoffs last season, snapping a three-year streak where they made the playoffs, Bueckers expressed excitement about joining the team for the 2025 season.
“Just being a part of a new family, a new city…Dallas is a great sports city…to be a part of something and build…really excited…just investing all of ourselves into Dallas.”
Bueckers will now join a Dallas Wings team led by Arike Ogunbowale, which will also feature DiJonai Carrington, who the Wings acquired via trade this offseason.
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