In her first professional year, Dallas Wings guard Paige Bueckers is breaking all the records. She has now hit a new WNBA milestone, moving past fellow rookiestar Caitlin Clark in a competitive statistical race.
Bueckers is now the quickest ever in WNBA to get over 350 points and 100 assists in her first 20 games, a mark set in a recent game versus the New York Liberty, with her scoring 20 points, grabbing 6 rebounds, and giving out 4 assists. This sets her apart from Clark, once named the top new player of her time.
A new limit for rookies
As per EssentiallySports, Bueckers has hit double figures in all her 20 WNBA games, showing a rare kind of consistency that is even more bold given the big hopes on her since being picked early this year.
This new achievement follows a trend of amazing performances, where Bueckers mixed clinical scoring with smart passing, a mix few new players and experienced ones get right.
“It’s about playing within the team and making the right plays. I’m grateful for my teammates and coaches trusting me every night,” Bueckers said postgame.
Defeating Caitlin Clark’s historical debut
Caitlin Clark got lots of prise in her first year, setting assist records and turning into a massive star in the league. Yet, Bueckers’ rapid statistical rise has led to fair comparisons, and now, she has moved ahead.
While Clark got 300 points and 100 assists in 19 games, Bueckers has hit 350 points and over 100 assists in 20, making her the quickest to this dual stat in rookie WNBA history.
A star on the rise
Fans and experts now see Bueckers as more than just a great prospect player, but as a crucial player for the Dallas Wingsanf the league. Her skill (shooting over 58% from the field), lead, and clutch play are shaping where the team will go.
Even more, Bueckers is reaching these high marks quietly, with less media fuss than Clark had. As the WNBA season heads into its last part, she stands out in the Rookie of the Year conversations.
More than just empty stats
Friday’s game against the Liberty was not just historic for Bueckers , it also was a big win for the Wings. With stars like Usain Bolt watching, Bueckers’ game helped the Wings grab a needed and deserved win, keeping their playoff dreams alive.
Her latest high mark hints at a change in the story: while Clark has been in the news, Bueckers lets her play speak for her without getting that media pressure.
With strong drive and more records to break, Paige Bueckers is fast shaping what it means to be a WNBA rookie. If she keeps this up, she could end the season as one of the most key first-year players ever seen.
For the Dallas Wings and the whole WNBA, she coming up is more than just a quick news bit. It is a sign that a great new time in women’s basketball is already here.
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