Wings shut down question on Azzi Fudd relationship with Paige Bueckers

TL;DR

Azzi Fudd, the No. 1 overall pick, declined to discuss her relationship with Paige Bueckers during her introductory press conference with the Dallas Wings. The team's PR stepped in to emphasize respect for players' personal lives.

Key points

Azzi Fudd is the No. 1 overall pick in the WNBA.
Fudd declined to discuss her relationship with Paige Bueckers.
The Dallas Wings emphasized respect for players' personal lives.
The question about Fudd's relationship was asked during a press conference.

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For now, Azzi Fudd will not talk about her relationship with Paige Bueckers.

On Thursday, the Dallas Wings introduced Fudd to the community and welcomed her with an introductory press conference. The No. 1 overall pick sat next to head coach Jose Fernandez and general manager Curt Miller as she was asked several questions related to her time at UConn, her journey to the WNBA, joining the Wings and more. She was also asked a pointed question about whether she was still in a relationship with Bueckers.

“Paige (Bueckers) announced last year on TikTok that ya’ll were a couple," the person said. "And I’m wondering if that’s still the case, and if so, have ya’ll talked to any other couples in the league about how they negotiate that dynamic as pro teammates?”

Before Fudd could respond, Wings public relations stepped in to decline the question.

“I understand why you have to ask that question. But we are going to respectfully decline on commenting on a player’s personal life," a Wings PR person said before moving on to the next question.

WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert (left) poses for photos with Azzi Fudd who was selected first overall by the Dallas Wings during the 2026 WNBA Draft at The Shed at Hudson Yards.

Azzi Fudd (R) of UConn hugs WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert after being selected with the 1st pick in the first round by the Dallas Wings during the 2026 WNBA Draft at The Shed on April 13, 2026 in New York City.

Q&A

What did Azzi Fudd say about her relationship with Paige Bueckers?

Azzi Fudd did not comment on her relationship with Paige Bueckers during the press conference.

Why did the Dallas Wings decline to comment on Fudd's personal life?

The Wings' public relations team stated they would respectfully decline to comment on a player's personal life.

Who is Azzi Fudd and what is her significance in the WNBA?

Azzi Fudd is the No. 1 overall pick in the WNBA and is recognized for her impressive collegiate career at UConn.

What was the context of the question about Fudd and Bueckers' relationship?

The question arose during Fudd's introductory press conference with the Dallas Wings, where she was asked about her relationship status with Bueckers.