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Paige Bueckers’ Met Gala Moment, MVP Odds and Fudd Reunion Define Her Next Step in Dallas

A No. 1 pick reunion with Azzi Fudd resets Dallas’ young core.

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Aug 8, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Dallas Wings guard Arike Ogunbowale (24) follows through on a three point attempt during the second half against the New York Liberty at College Park Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Paige Bueckers made her Met Gala debut in a custom multicolored Coach suit, prompting the WNBA to post "Rookie of the Year 🤝 Rookie of the MET."
  • Dallas teammate Arike Ogunbowale praised the look, saying Bueckers "kept it real classy" and "did her thing."
  • Sportsbooks list Bueckers at +2000 to win 2026 MVP, placing her behind frontrunners A’ja Wilson and Caitlin Clark.
  • The Wings drafted UConn guard Azzi Fudd No. 1 overall, reuniting the backcourt that led the Huskies to the 2025 NCAA title.
  • After winning 2025 Rookie of the Year and seeing her base salary rise to $500,000 under the new CBA, Bueckers enters year two as Dallas’ centerpiece.