Azzi Fudd and Paige Bueckers Highlight UConn's Legacy
Azzi Fudd begins her new season at UConn with strong momentum after helping lead the Huskies, alongside Paige Bueckers, to a national championship. Fudd scored 24 points in the title game, showcasing her rising talent. In the season opener, she continued her hot streak by scoring 20 points in a 79-66 victory over Louisville, alongside teammate Sarah Strong.
Rising Prospects and Future Draft Implications
Fudd is establishing herself as a top contender for the upcoming WNBA Draft. Meanwhile, the Dallas Wings, who had the worst record last season, hold the highest odds for the No. 1 pick in the 2026 draft. This sets up a potential reunion in the pros with her longtime friend Paige Bueckers, who was selected No. 1 overall by the Wings in the 2025 draft.
SLAM Magazine Covers Reflect Different Moments
The shared history of these two UConn stars recently drew attention when Fudd discussed her two distinct SLAM magazine cover experiences.
"The first, in 2021, featured her alongside then-freshman teammate Paige Bueckers, focusing primarily on their roles as emerging basketball stars."
In her podcast Fudd Around and Find Out, Fudd revealed how much her story has developed both on and off the court, highlighting the stark contrast between the two cover shoots.
Author’s Summary
Azzi Fudd and Paige Bueckers continue to define UConn basketball with evolving careers and a hopeful professional reunion after recent national success and media recognition.
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