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Yahoo
01-07-2025
- Sport
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Wings' Paige Bueckers makes WNBA history with performance vs. Fever
The post Wings' Paige Bueckers makes WNBA history with performance vs. Fever appeared first on ClutchPoints. Paige Bueckers made incredible WNBA history during Friday's matchup between the Dallas Wings and Indiana Fever. Advertisement In 36 minutes of action, Bueckers lit up the nets against the Fever's defense. She put up a stat line of 27 points, six assists, two steals, two blocks, and a rebound. She shot 9-of-18 from the field, including 2-of-3 from beyond the arc, and 7-of-7 from the free-throw line. Her efforts helped her set a new WNBA record, per Polymarket Hoops. She became the first player to have a stat line of 25 or more points, five or more assists, two or more steals, two or more blocks, and zero turnovers. How Paige Bueckers, Wings played against Fever Jerome Miron-Imagn Images Despite Paige Bueckers' historic night, it wasn't enough as the Wings suffered a 94-86 loss to the Fever at home. Advertisement Despite missing Caitlin Clark due to injury, the Fever jumped out to a 33-13 lead and never looked back. Even though the Wings cut the deficit to single digits as time went on, they were unable to recover from their slow start. Indiana was highly effective with its shot selection, making 59.3% of their total attempts. This is in significant contrast to the 42.6% shot accuracy from Dallas' end. Rebounding also played a role as the Fever beat the Wings 32-23 in that area. Three players scored in double-digits on Dallas' behalf, including Bueckers. Arike Ogunbowale finished with 15 points, a rebound, an assist, a steal, and a block. She shot 5-of-12 overall, including 1-of-4 from downtown, and 4-of-4 from the charity stripe. Aziaha James came next with 14 points and two assists, Myisha Hines-Allen had nine points and three assists, while NaLyssa Smith and Li Yueru provided seven points each. Dallas fell to a 4-13 record on the season, remaining at the bottom of the Western Conference standings. They are 1.5 games behind the Los Angeles Sparks and four games behind the Las Vegas Aces. The Wings will look to bounce back in their next matchup, remaining at home. They host the Washington Mystics on June 28 at 8 p.m. ET. Related: Fever All-Star drops honest Paige Bueckers truth bomb Related: Wings' Paige Bueckers reveals how Kyrie Irving inspired 'unguardable' motivation
New York Post
28-06-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Paige Bueckers shares ‘surreal' moment with Kyrie Irving during her historic Wings game
Paige Bueckers achieved what many athletes have likely dreamed of: putting up historic numbers in front of your favorite player of all-time. Not only did the Wing star get that despite the 94-86 loss to the Fever, she also shared a mid-game moment with idol and fellow Dallas celebrity Kyrie Irving on Friday. Bueckers seemingly didn't have time to catch up with the nine-time All-Star prior to the game, but she dapped up Irving — who attended with his daughter — during the game. Advertisement It was her first time meeting Irving. The interaction sent American Airlines Center — home of the Mavericks — and the basketball world into a frenzy. 3 Paige Bueckers finds time to shake Kyrie Irving's hand mid-game against the Fever on June 27. Advertisement 'It was pretty surreal that somebody I've looked up to and has been my favorite player since I was really really young,' Bueckers told reporters after the game. 'So for him to come out an support us and support women's basketball and have his daughter there and get to meet him. He's been like a big brother figure for me, and to finally meet him in person, it was a great moment.' Bueckers walked away from the game with 27 points, six assists, two steals, and two blocks across 36 minutes. She shot 9-of-18 from the field, including 2-of-3 from beyond the arc, and was perfect (7-of-7) from the free throw line. Advertisement The performance, per Polymarket Hoops, made her the first player in WNBA history to record a game with at least 25 points, five assists, two steals, two blocks, and zero turnovers. Throughout the night, Irving was loving Bueckers' performance, especially in the fourth quarter as the Wings closed in on the Fever's lead. 3 Paige Bueckers #5 of the Dallas Wings speaks with Dallas Mavericks player Kyrie Irving following a game against the Indiana Fever at American Airlines Center on June 27, 2025 in Dallas, Texas. Getty Images Advertisement After the game, the two shared an embrace on the court and also were seen walking underneath the arena together. The former UConn star also took pictures with Irving's daughter as well as Cade Cunningham's daughter. 3 Dallas Mavericks point guard Kyrie Irving talks with Dallas Wings guard Paige Bueckers (5) after the game against the Indiana Fever at the American Airlines Center. IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect Irving also received a jersey from Bueckers, who admitted she's trying to be just as 'unguardable' as the 2016 NBA champion. 'I want to be as unguardable as possible,' she said. 'And I feel like Kyrie is one of the most unguardable people to ever play the game. That starts with scoring at all three levels. So, adapting [to] the mid-range game was super essential for me and my game, and also being able to get to the rim and shooting from behind the 3-point line. So I guess just looking to be a three-level scorer.'
Yahoo
25-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Angel Reese Makes WNBA History Against Sparks
Angel Reese Makes WNBA History Against Sparks originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Chicago Sky entered Tuesday evening's matchup against the Los Angeles Sparks with a 3-10 record during the 2025 WNBA season. They also carried a three-game losing streak into the contest. Advertisement Chicago has been paced this season by 2024 WNBA All-Star forward Angel Reese. She is contributing 10.8 points, a league-leading 11.8 rebounds and a career-high 3.5 assists per game in 2025. First-year WNBA head coach Tyler Marsh has made Reese a focal point of the Sky's offense this season. Fellow 2024 first-round draft pick Kamilla Cardoso has also been emphasized this year, and she is averaging a career-high 11.6 points. Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese (5).Brett Davis-Imagn Images On Tuesday, the Sky trailed 29 to 17 against the 4-10 Sparks after the first quarter of the game. Reese scored two points, grabbed four rebounds and dished out two assists in the opening quarter of the contest. Advertisement Reese entered the game with career marks of 602 points and 596 rebounds through the first 47 appearances of her professional career. With her contributions in the first quarter, she made a bit of WNBA history against the Sparks. "Angel Reese is the fastest player in WNBA history to reach 600 PTS & 600 REB," Polymarket Hoops reported. Reese enjoyed a decorated rookie season, as she made both the All-Star and All-Rookie teams. She also set a WNBA record by averaging 13.6 rebounds per contest. In 2025, she has nearly doubled her 1.9 assist per game average from her rookie year. Reese has also seen her three-point shooting percentage rise from 18.8% to 27.3% (via Pro Basketball Reference). Advertisement Related: Chicago Sky Coach Reveals Update After Kamilla Cardoso Leaves Team Related: Chicago Sky Drop in WNBA Power Rankings After Dream Loss This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 25, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
21-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Insane Caitlin Clark 3-Point Shooting Statistic is Turning Heads
Insane Caitlin Clark 3-Point Shooting Statistic is Turning Heads originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Every time Caitlin Clark graces a basketball court, the record books are in danger. Clark, 23, continues to face her responsibilities as the unofficial face of the WNBA head on. Advertisement While Clark's sophomore season hasn't gone exactly as planned, missing five games due to a left quadriceps strain, she's still giving fans everywhere what they're looking for. Clark made her triumphant return from injury, against the New York Liberty on Saturday (the team she was injured against). And Clark put on an absolute show, draining seven, long-distance 3-pointers. Clark's average distance for made 3-pointers on Saturday was 28.7 feet. She made three 3-pointers from at least 30 feet. While those numbers are impressive, it's Clark's shooting percentage when launching 3-pointers from beyond 30 feet this season that's astonishing. Advertisement Per @PolymarketHoops on X, Clark, during the 2025 WNBA season, is shooting 45.5% from beyond 30 feet. Clark has gone 5-for-11 this season when shooting 3-pointers from at least 30 feet. This is higher than her 3-point % (36.7) and higher than her overall field goal percentage (43.9%). WNBA fans took to social media to react to this spectacular statistic. One commenter said, "Makes me think of that interview she did when she was in college where she said it's easier for her when she's further away from the hoop." Another user on X posted, "She is in a league of her own." Others took this as an opportunity to take a shot at Angel Reese. Advertisement "Shooting better from the 3 than Angel is to shooting layups tears," a fan posted. "How does she shoot better from that far away than angel shoots on lay ups," another user on X posted. Indiana Fever guard Caitlin ClarkGrace Smith/IndyStar / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images Clark has been known to fire shots from virtually anywhere, she knowingly enjoys shooting from the logo, but now the world can put a percentage to the magic. More importantly, Clark and her Indiana Fever, handed the Liberty their first loss on the season (102-88). The Fever have dealt with a handful of injuries so far this season and went 2-3 during Clark's absence. They hold a 5-5 record on the season. The next opportunity for Clark to show off her long-distance shooting prowess will come on Tuesday at 7:00 p.m. EDT at home against the Connecticut Sun. Advertisement Related: Caitlin Clark Surpassed as WNBA MVP Betting Favorite This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 17, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
18-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Caitlin Clark Makes WNBA History on Tuesday
Caitlin Clark Makes WNBA History on Tuesday originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever are back in action on Tuesday night in a home matchup against the Connecticut Sun at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. The reigning WNBA Rookie of the Year is looking to keep her foot on the gas after her incredible 32-point explosion in their win against the New York Liberty on Saturday. Advertisement Clark did just that in the opening half of Tuesday's game, finishing with 12 points on 4-of-7 shooting, one rebound, five assists, two steals and three triples in 18 minutes of action in the first half. The former Iowa superstar made WNBA history yet again with her fourth assist of the evening. Clark entered Tuesday's game with 108 points and 46 assists. By surpassing the 50-assist mark in the opening half of the Sun game, the 23-year-old marked another historic milestone in just her sixth appearance this season. According to Polymarket Hoops on X, Clark has set a new record for the fastest player in WNBA history to reach 100 points and 50 assists in a season. Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark celebrates with fans after scoring a Smith-Imagn Images Clark beat her own record, which she set in her rookie campaign last year. She needed eight games to reach 100 points and 50 assists last season, and the fact that Clark did it in just six games this season speaks volumes about how she has elevated her game in Year 2. Advertisement It is also worth noting that Clark is coming off a five-game injury layoff. She was forced to sit out a significant amount of time due to a lingering quad injury, but it is clear that she is now making up for lost time. Related: Caitlin Clark Tells the Truth on Personal Decision With Nike Related: Fever Coach Stephanie White Reveals Concerning Update on Tuesday Related: Caitlin Clark Facing Major Threat to Her Place in WNBA History This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 18, 2025, where it first appeared.
