Paige Bueckers is currently the shining star of NCAA women’s basketball. The UConn Huskies guard is capturing the attention of not only college sports fans but also WNBA stars, as seen in Aliyah Boston’s recent reaction to a social media post by Bueckers.
Bueckers is poised to be one of the most captivating players in the upcoming 2024-2025 NCAA season. Despite having the opportunity to turn professional in 2024, she opted to extend her time with the Huskies to pursue the coveted championship title.
During her offseason, Bueckers has been making the most of her break. She has connected with her WNBA peers, like Nika Muhl of the Seattle Storm, and even attended the WNBA All-Star Game.
Being a typical Gen Z’er, Bueckers has shared her adventures on social media, catching the eye of fellow basketball standout, Aliyah Boston, who responded with genuine admiration to Bueckers’ post.
Aliyah Boston’s Reaction
Bueckers posted pictures from her trip on Instagram, featuring moments with Muhl and trainer Chris Brickley, titling the album “Racking up my flight mileage… world tour complete.”
Meanwhile, Boston is embracing the WNBA break for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. With some leisure time on her hands, the Indiana Fever forward playfully commented on Bueckers’ post.
“This was the ultimate world tour experience. No doubt about it,” Boston initially joked. She then playfully added, “I might have to borrow some of your frequent flyer points for my next journey.”
The friendly exchange between the two athletes was well-received by fans, with Boston’s comments garnering significant likes.
What Lies Ahead for Boston and Bueckers?
Both players are relishing their well-deserved breaks. Bueckers is gearing up for the Big East Conference season starting in November, while Boston will enjoy some downtime before the Indiana Fever resumes action against the Phoenix Mercury on August 16.
