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The Connecticut Huskies just wrapped up their 12th national championship eight days ago, and after a week of celebration, star guard Paige Bueckers is now shifting her focus to the WNBA Draft, set to take place Monday night.
Bueckers is widely viewed as the projected No. 1 overall pick, which would land her with the Dallas Wings. But before her name is even called, she’s already turning heads on social media—thanks to her standout outfit.
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The UConn star made a bold fashion statement with a sleek purple jacket, matching top and pants, and a black bag to pull the look together. Fans quickly took to social media to react to her eye-catching style ahead of one of the biggest nights in women’s basketball.
Check it out:
“GOD SHE LOOKS SO GOOD,” A fan said.
“She’s too good. I’m even more excited for her tunnel looks now,” Someone else added.
“SHE LOOKS SO GOOD OMDS,” Another fan posted.
One more fan commented, “i’m about to scream.”
University of Connecticut guard Paige Bueckers speaks to the media after winning the national championship.Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Bueckers’ college career was filled with highs and lows, but she couldn’t have ended her time at UConn in better fashion. In 2022, she suffered a torn ACL that forced her to miss the entire 2023 season.
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After returning in 2024 and falling short in the NCAA Tournament, she made the decision to come back for one final run—and it paid off, as she captured a national title alongside Geno Auriemma and her teammates.
Now, with the WNBA season just over a month away, the anticipation for her debut is through the roof. Fans are eager to see her share the court with legends of the game and face off against rising stars like Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese.
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