The 2025 WNBA Draft was a defining night for Paige Bueckers. As Bueckers heard her name called as the No. 1 overall pick by Dallas Wings, one of the first people by her side was her UConn teammate and girlfriend, Azzi Fudd.
While cameras captured Bueckers celebrating a lifelong dream, they also caught Fudd right there with her, sharing a hug, smiling, and soaking in the moment together. For many fans, it wasn’t just about the pick. It felt like a “hard launch” of their relationship.
Bueckers’ journey to the top pick wasn’t easy. Injuries had disrupted parts of her college career, and her path to the WNBA came with its share of adversity. Through it all, Fudd had been a constant support, both as a teammate and someone who understood the grind.
So when the moment finally arrived, it only felt natural that she was right there. The hug, the smiles, and the shared reactions told a story without needing much explanation.
The connection between Bueckers and Fudd wasn’t new. The two had spent multiple seasons together at UConn, building chemistry on the court while navigating injuries and expectations side by side. They were part of a program that consistently competed at the highest level and even won a national championship together.
That shared experience translated into trust. And on draft night, that trust showed up in one of the biggest moments of Bueckers’ life.
Full-Circle Moment Ahead of 2026 Draft
Fast forward a year, and now the spotlight has shifted to Fudd stepping into draft conversations, with many projecting her as a potential top pick in the 2026 WNBA Draft. The roles could be reversed soon with Bueckers possibly watching from the stands, just like Fudd once did.
Could they reunite at the professional level? Will Azzi Fudd join Paige in Dallas? It’s a question that continues to gain traction as draft night approaches.
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