Paige Bueckers sets boundaries on Azzi Fudd questions, keeps focus on Dallas Wings season ahead
She explained that their long-standing connection has never interfered with their approach to the game, stressing that her priority remains contributing to the team’s success. Bueckers also firmly stated that she will not engage in further discussion about their personal lives, choosing instead to redirect attention toward basketball.
The topic gained traction earlier when similar questions arose during Fudd’s first media appearance after being selected No. 1 overall, prompting intervention from team staff. Bueckers also highlighted Fudd’s individual achievements, insisting she deserves recognition on her own merits as the season approaches.
Paige Bueckers made it very clear where she stands when it comes to questions about her bond with Azzi Fudd during the Dallas Wings media day on Monday.
Right at the start, Bueckers chose to address the topic herself so it wouldn’t keep coming up again and again. She said both of them have always kept things professional and that won’t change now that they are teammates.
“Me and Azzi have always been the utmost professional. We've always conducted ourselves as such, and we'd never let anything that happens off the court carry onto the court” Bueckers said taking to the media.
She explained that they have known each other for years and understand how to separate personal life from basketball. Her focus, she said, is only on showing up, working hard and helping the Wings win games.
Bueckers also made it clear that questions about their personal lives won’t be entertained moving forward. She said if that happens, they will stick to what she already said or shift the focus back to the team.
The attention around them increased earlier this month during Fudd’s first media appearance after being drafted No. 1 overall. A question about their relationship was stopped by the team’s PR staff, keeping the focus on basketball.
Bueckers also made sure to highlight that Fudd earned her draft spot on her own and deserves recognition for it. “Azzi is her own person and deserves to be celebrated for who she is,” she said.
Now, with the season ahead, both Bueckers and Fudd are keeping things simple, focusing on their roles and trying to build something strong with Dallas