If there’s one thing Paige Bueckersdidn’t leave behind at UConn, it’s her personality. Fans fell in love with her skill set, but also with her goofy, fearless, and slightly chaotic energy. Now in the WNBA, not much has changed. Whether it’s a hilarious moment caught on camera or an over-the-top pregame antic, Bueckers continues to be one of the league’s most watchable figures-and not just because of her game.
A viral pregame ritual
Right before a recent matchup, Paige turned heads in classic Paige fashion: with a quick, dramatic pants-rip to reveal her game-ready shorts. But it wasn’t just the move-it was the way she made sure teammate and new bestie DiJonai Carrington was watching. She locked eyes, waited for the attention, and then went full show mode.
What started as a lighthearted routine has quickly grown into something of a tradition. Some even call it superstition now-Paige never skips it. Before every tip-off, she tears off her warm-ups with flair, drawing laughs from teammates and cheers from the crowd. And while some players stretch or listen to music to get in the zone, Paige makes sure to hype up the team… and maybe embarrass herself just a little in the process.
This time, her ripped-pants stunt made its rounds online, gaining traction as yet another reason fans love her-not just for her court dominance, but for being refreshingly herself. The chemistry between her and Carrington has added another layer to the show, making it clear that Paige is just as much about building good vibes as she is about dropping buckets.
Dallas may be struggling, but Paige is thriving
While the Dallas Wings are having a tough season, Bueckers has been the brightest light in the lineup. As a rookie, she’s leading the team in nearly every major stat-points, assists, steals, and minutes. Her recent 21-point, 7-assist performance wasn’t just impressive-it landed her in the WNBA record books.
So, if she wants to have a little fun before the game, she’s sort of aloud to have it. Her pregame antics might be silly on the surface, but underneath it all is a player who brings leadership, energy, and elite-level play when it matters.
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