Despite Bueckers’ excellent campaign, she hasn’t done enough to carry the Dallas Wings through a smooth 2025 season. The Wings still remain one of the worst teams in the league, sitting at a dismal 7-18 record—second-worst behind the Connecticut Sun, who are 3-20. Yet, the spotlight stayed firmly on Bueckers. But this time, it wasn’t really about her scoring.
It was all about her reaction. During a tense timeout late in the third quarter. Dallas Wings assistant coach Chris Koclanes crouched near the huddle, passionately outlining the next play. His voice was sharp and focused, cutting through the noise of the crowd.
Players leaned in, nodding—everyone seemed locked in. Everyone except Paige Bueckers. Sitting right in the middle of the circle, arms draped over her knees, she raised an eyebrow and tilted her head ever so slightly, her face caught between curiosity and skepticism. It wasn’t defiance—it was classic Paige. And fans definitely took notice.
Paige Bueckers’ reaction to the play her coach drew up pic.twitter.com/H2J0Fw92O1
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They couldn’t stop analyzing her expression. “I haven’t seen a player this disgusted with a coach’s play since the Fever under coach Christie Sides drew up a game-winning three for Aliyah Boston instead of Caitlin Clark against the Aces last season. Poor Paige,” penned one user.
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