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How former UConn stars Azzi Fudd, Serah Williams performed in WNBA preseason debuts
TL;DR
Azzi Fudd made her WNBA preseason debut with the Dallas Wings, scoring four points in 16 minutes against the Indiana Fever. Despite early foul trouble, she showed promise and will continue to develop as the preseason progresses.
Key points
- Azzi Fudd debuted with the Dallas Wings in the WNBA preseason
- She scored four points and had three fouls in her first game
- Fudd hit her first shot less than a minute into the game
- Wings coach Jose Fernandez remains optimistic about her performance
Azzi FuddDallas WingsIndiana FeverCaitlin Clark
In her first preseason WNBA game with the Dallas Wings, former UConn womenâs basketball star Azzi Fudd got her âwelcome to the leagueâ moment from the referees.
Fudd, the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 WNBA Draft, came out strong and hit her first shot as a pro less than a minute into Dallasâs matchup against the Indiana Fever on Thursday night, dribbling into a textbook mid-range jump shot over Fever superstar Caitlin Clark. But it would be the lone field goal Fudd hit in the first half after she found herself in foul trouble, picking up three in just eight minutes on the court.
It was uncharacteristic for Fudd, who was the only UConn starter to average less than a foul per game during her final college season. The foul trouble disrupted her ability to settle into a rhythm, and she played just 16 minutes in her debut finishing with four points shooting 2-for-7 from the field.
Still, Fudd was able to adjust and didnât pick up a single foul after halftime, and Wings coach Jose Fernandez isnât concerned about the star guard as Dallas heads into its second preseason game Sunday against the Las Vegas Aces at home.
âShe had those three, but we tried to get her on some flares and pin-downs,â Fernandez said. âSheâll be fine. I liked her aggressiveness off the bounce. She had one (shot) that went in and out. Itâs good to get one under her belt, and now we move on to Sunday.â
Despite the quiet night from Fudd, the Wings came away with a comfortable 95-80 win behind the stellar performance of fellow UConn great Paige Bueckers. The reigning WNBA Rookie of the Year put up 20 points shooting 8-for-12 from the field and 4-for-6 from 3-point range, also adding three assists and a steal in 20 minutes on the court.
âMy teammates just setting me good screens, point guards doing a really good job of helping get me open and just setting the tone for how aggressive we want to play on both sides of the floor,â Bueckers said postgame. âReally itâs just a testament to my teammates getting me open and helping me get those open looks.â
Q&A
How did Azzi Fudd perform in her WNBA preseason debut?
Azzi Fudd scored four points in 16 minutes during her debut, hitting 2-of-7 shots but faced foul trouble early in the game.
What challenges did Azzi Fudd face in her first WNBA game?
Fudd struggled with foul trouble, picking up three fouls in just eight minutes, which affected her ability to find a rhythm.
Who did the Dallas Wings play in Azzi Fudd's first preseason game?
The Dallas Wings faced the Indiana Fever in Azzi Fudd's first preseason game.
What did Wings coach Jose Fernandez say about Azzi Fudd's performance?
Coach Jose Fernandez expressed confidence in Fudd's abilities, noting her aggressiveness and stating that they will continue to work on her game.
