Paige Bueckers Confirms Entry into 2025 WNBA Draft

The UConn star is projected as the No. 1 overall pick, currently held by the Dallas Wings, as she continues her standout NCAA tournament run.

Paige Bueckers officially announced her decision to enter the 2025 WNBA Draft, ending speculation about her professional plans.
She is widely projected to be selected as the No. 1 overall pick by the Dallas Wings in the draft set for April 14 in Brooklyn, New York.
Rumors of Bueckers delaying her draft entry or seeking alternative paths, such as the Unrivaled League, have been dismissed with her confirmation.
Bueckers is having a stellar season at UConn, averaging 19.2 points, 4.8 assists, and 4.4 rebounds, and recently delivered a 34-point performance in the NCAA tournament.
The Dallas Wings, holding the top pick, are undergoing a roster transition and could add Bueckers to a young core led by Arike Ogunbowale and Maddy Siegrist.