You can only call yourself the best when you deliver on the big stage. And for Paige Bueckers? That’s her bread and butter! Time and time again, she’s stepped up when UConn needed her most. Well, most of the time! Tonight’s Sweet 16 game was no different. When the pressure was on, Paige delivered. Like she always does! But, as with any big basketball game these days, no contest is complete without a little controversy. And sure enough, this one had its fair share!
Surrounding the controversy were none other than the refs themselves! This time, they’re under the microscope for failing to protect Bueckers. It’s become a pattern–guards with great ball-handling skills often don’t get the same calls as others. And that’s been the case for Paige too.
Fans were left furious watching Paige get fouled time and time again, only for the refs to wave it off like nothing happened. The frustration boiled over, and fans quickly took to social media to voice their anger.
“Paige Bueckers has the absolute worst whistle in college basketball history. The officials watch her get bulldozed every single game and she never gets to the free throw line”, one commented.
Paige Bueckers has the absolute worst whistle in college basketball history. The officials watch her get bulldozed every single game and she never gets to the free throw line.
— peter (@birdguy97) March 29, 2025
(This is a developing news…)
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