Paige Bueckers-Azzi Fudd dating convo stifled by Dallas Wings PR

TL;DR

Azzi Fudd was selected first overall by the Dallas Wings in the 2026 WNBA Draft, marking a historic moment for the league. The conversation about her relationship with Paige Bueckers was abruptly halted by the team's PR during a press conference.

Key points

Azzi Fudd selected No. 1 overall by Dallas Wings in 2026 WNBA Draft
First time former college teammates picked No. 1 in consecutive years
Paige Bueckers and Azzi Fudd confirmed their relationship last year
Dallas Wings PR shut down dating question at Fudd's press conference

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The Dallas Wings selected former UConn women’s basketball star Azzi Fudd with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 WNBA Draft, making history on Monday night. Last year, the Wings selected Paige Bueckers with the top pick, making it the first time in WNBA history that former college teammates were selected No. 1 overall in consecutive years.

But there is also a deeper connection between Bueckers and Fudd.

Last year, along with teaming up to lead the Huskies to a national championship, Bueckers revealed that she and Fudd were dating. On Thursday, the discussion about their relationship resurfaced.

WATCH: Paige Bueckers’ heartwarming reaction to Azzi Fudd reunion with Dallas Wings

Reporter Kevin Sherrington of the Dallas Morning News asked Fudd during her introductory press conference if she and Bueckers were still dating, and it was immediately shut down by a Wings’ PR spokesperson.

Azzi Fudd was asked if she's still dating Paige Bueckers 🏀⭐️ pic.twitter.com/gRjNZ5bJrY

— Jonah Javad (@JonahJavad) April 16, 2026

“Paige announced last year on TikTok that y’all were a couple,” Sherrington asked. “I’m wondering if that’s still the case, and if so, have y’all talked to any other couples in the league about how they negotiate that dynamic as pro teammates?”

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Q&A

Why was the dating question about Paige Bueckers and Azzi Fudd shut down?

The question about their relationship was immediately stifled by a Dallas Wings PR spokesperson during Fudd's introductory press conference.

What historic achievement did Azzi Fudd accomplish in the 2026 WNBA Draft?

Azzi Fudd was selected as the No. 1 overall pick, making it the second consecutive year that a former college teammate was chosen first overall in the WNBA Draft.

How did Paige Bueckers and Azzi Fudd's relationship come to light?

Paige Bueckers revealed that she and Azzi Fudd were dating after they teamed up to lead the UConn Huskies to a national championship.