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Fudd's third-quarter eruption powers Wings past Liberty in Ionescu's debut
sports3 days ago

Fudd's third-quarter eruption powers Wings past Liberty in Ionescu's debut

Azzi Fudd erupted for 17 of her season-high 24 in the third quarter as Dallas turned a one-point halftime deficit into a 91-76 win over New York, aided by seven wings in the period. Paige Bueckers added 24, Satou Sabally 20, and Arike Ogunbowale 19 for Dallas. Sabrina Ionescu, returning from a foot injury, had 11 points, seven assists and five rebounds in her season debut for the Liberty (3-3). Betnijah Laney-Hamilton was out for personal reasons. Dallas improves to 4-3 and hosts Las Vegas next; New York hosts Portland.

via NBC Sports|
#azzi-fudd#basketball#dallas-wings
WNBA at 30: Five storylines shaping the league’s bold new era
sports21 days ago

WNBA at 30: Five storylines shaping the league’s bold new era

As the WNBA enters its 30th season, five key storylines to watch include Azzi Fudd reuniting with Paige Bueckers on the Dallas Wings, Caitlin Clark’s return with the Indiana Fever as a potential title contender, Angel Reese joining the Atlanta Dream, Chennedy Carter’s reunion with the Las Vegas Aces, and the Golden State Valkyries’ rising status as the league’s most valuable franchise, all against a backdrop of historic salary increases under the new CBA and a blockbuster opening weekend.

via The Guardian|
#angel-reese#azzi-fudd#caitlin-clark
Clark's 21-point night cut short by knee scare as Fudd debuts for Wings
sports27 days ago

Clark's 21-point night cut short by knee scare as Fudd debuts for Wings

Caitlin Clark returned for Indiana in the Fever’s preseason loss to Dallas, scoring 21 in 16 minutes before a knee injury forced her to exit early; Indiana labeled it a precaution. Azzi Fudd, the 2026 No. 1 pick, made her pro debut for Dallas, finishing with 4 points in 16 minutes as Paige Bueckers led the Wings with 20. Fever rookie Raven Johnson added 3 points, 5 assists, and 5 steals off the bench as Dallas pulled away to a 95-80 win.

via The New York Times|
#azzi-fudd#caitlin-clark#dallas-wings
Bueckers Deflects Relationship Questions, Emphasizes Professionalism with Azzi Fudd on Wings
sports1 month ago

Bueckers Deflects Relationship Questions, Emphasizes Professionalism with Azzi Fudd on Wings

Paige Bueckers opened Dallas Wings media day by addressing her off-court relationship with Azzi Fudd, saying it’s private and that the two will stay professional on and off the court. The former UConn stars are now Wings teammates after Fudd was drafted No. 1 in 2026 and Bueckers went No. 1 in 2025, and they stressed that their relationship has no bearing on basketball as they prepare for a preseason game against the Indiana Fever.

via Hartford Courant|
#azzi-fudd#dallas-wings#paige-bueckers
Azzi Fudd Goes No. 1 to Dallas as UConn's Championship Run Sparks 2026 WNBA Hype
sports1 month ago

Azzi Fudd Goes No. 1 to Dallas as UConn's Championship Run Sparks 2026 WNBA Hype

Dallas Wings selected Azzi Fudd with the No. 1 pick in the 2026 WNBA Draft, crowning a breakout 2025-26 season at UConn that followed injury-plagued years; she averaged 17.3 points and shot 44.7% from three as UConn won the 2025 NCAA title, and while some see her ceiling as a shooting floor-spacer rather than a two-way star, her pro potential remains high and fans reacted eagerly.

via Bleacher Report|
#2026-draft#azzi-fudd#basketball
Bueckers Beams as Fudd Goes No. 1 to Wings, Reuniting UConn Duo
sports1 month ago

Bueckers Beams as Fudd Goes No. 1 to Wings, Reuniting UConn Duo

Azzi Fudd was drafted first overall by the Dallas Wings in the 2026 WNBA draft, reuniting with Paige Bueckers—their UConn teammates and romantically linked—who flashed a big smile and clapped on the orange carpet as Fudd held Bueckers’ Dallas jersey. Fudd expressed excitement to play with Paige in the pros, and several former Huskies attended the event; Geno Auriemma was not present due to attending a celebration of life.

via New York Post|
#azzi-fudd#dallas-wings#paige-bueckers
Fudd tops 2026 WNBA Draft as Mystics rebuild with West Coast depth
sports1 month ago

Fudd tops 2026 WNBA Draft as Mystics rebuild with West Coast depth

Azzi Fudd, an Arlington, VA native, was selected No. 1 by the Dallas Wings, becoming the first top pick from the D.C. region. The Washington Mystics pursued a West Coast-heavy rebuilding plan, drafting Lauren Betts (No. 4) and Angela Dugalic (No. 9) from UCLA, Cotie McMahon (No. 11) from Ole Miss, and Cassandre Prosper (No. 14) from Notre Dame, with additional mid-round picks Darianna Littlepage-Buggs and Rori Harmon to follow. Toronto Expansion picked Kiki Rice at No. 6, and UCLA tied a WNBA draft record by placing six Bruins in the draft.

via WTOP|
#azzi-fudd#draft2026#sports
UCLA Dominates 2026 WNBA Draft as Azzi Fudd Tops Class
sports1 month ago

UCLA Dominates 2026 WNBA Draft as Azzi Fudd Tops Class

UCLA dominated the 2026 WNBA Draft, tying a school record with six players selected—five in the first round—after winning the national title. Azzi Fudd claimed the No. 1 pick and a $500,000 rookie salary, while Seattle Storm fortified its future by drafting Fam Thiam and Dominique Malonga and adding Flau’jae Johnson; Las Vegas grabbed Janiah Barker on a rookie deal, and Ta’Niya Latson went to the Sparks. The draft also drew critique for Dallas Wings’ missed upside, ESPN’s muted trade reveal, and commissioner Cathy Engelbert’s housing comments amid a shifting CBA landscape.

via The New York Times|
#azzi-fudd#draft-2026#seattle-storm