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Why Azzi Fudd is coming off the bench, not starting, in WNBA debut for Dallas Wings
TL;DR
Azzi Fudd, the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 WNBA Draft, will come off the bench in her debut for the Dallas Wings instead of starting against the Indiana Fever. The team opted for a more experienced starting lineup.
Key points
- Azzi Fudd was the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 WNBA Draft.
- She is coming off the bench in her debut for the Dallas Wings.
- The Wings are starting an experienced lineup against the Indiana Fever.
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The Dallas Wings chose Azzi Fudd with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 WNBA Draft.
Despite that, she's not in the starting lineup for the regular season opener on Saturday against the Indiana Fever.
The Wings are going with an experienced starting five:
Fudd and Aziaha James are expected to be the top-two perimeter players off the bench.
Q&A
Why is Azzi Fudd not starting in her WNBA debut?
Azzi Fudd is not starting because the Dallas Wings chose to go with a more experienced starting five for the regular season opener.
Who did the Dallas Wings select with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 WNBA Draft?
The Dallas Wings selected Azzi Fudd with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 WNBA Draft.
Which team are the Dallas Wings playing in Azzi Fudd's debut?
The Dallas Wings are playing against the Indiana Fever in Azzi Fudd's WNBA debut.
