Paige Bueckers, fiery and talented point guard for the Dallas Wings, has taken the league by storm in her first season. As of today, she is officially the 2025 WNBA Rookie of the Year! As the top 2020 prospect drafted as the number-one overall pick, Bueckers got off to a flying start. She soon became one of the toughest rookies in league history. Her remarkable performance included an average of 19.2 points, 5.4 assists, and 3.9 rebounds per game, showcasing her versatility on the court.
Bueckers’ scoring ability was on display all year long, helping her record a 47.7% shooting percentage on the season. She not only scored at will, but proved her ability as a playmaker. All that adds up for Jones to total a third-highest 194 assists ever for a rookie in WNBA history. Her impact defensively really jumped out, too, as she averaged 1.6 steals per game.
The highly-touted, accomplished standout rookie displayed incredible consistency with a franchise-record 30-game streak of double-digit scoring. This accomplishment is the third longest streak to begin a career in WNBA history. Her streak places Bueckers third all-time in this category. A’ja Wilson is first with 33 games, but Candace Parker isn’t far behind with 32 games. For the season, Bueckers averaged an incredible 692 points. This accomplishment capped off her string of performances that established her as an X-factor for the Wings.
Bueckers’ influence on the Dallas Wings franchise was profound. She was the team’s first player to win the Rookie of the Year award since Allisha Gray did so in 2017. Her dynamic gameplay and ability to perform under pressure have earned her respect and admiration from fans and players alike.
Though the 2025 season will mark a big step for Bueckers as she moves from a college superstar to professional success. Her accomplishments are a testament to her work ethic and selfless service. Beyond that, they raised the bar impossibly high for future first-year players coming into the league.
