Can Paige Bueckers Keep Making History?
That question feels less like a challenge and more like an inevitability. From her record-breaking days at UConn to a rookie WNBA season filled with milestones, Paige Bueckers has made a habit of redefining what’s possible. Selected first overall in the 2025 WNBA Draft, Bueckers entered the league with high expectations—and she’s met them. The frontrunner for Rookie of the Year became the fastest player in league history to reach 500 points and 100 assists, hitting that milestone by August 15th. Her presence on the court has been undeniable, earning her the distinction of being the only rookie selected as a starter for the 2025 All-Star Game. With each performance, Bueckers continues to carve out a historic rookie campaign, setting a pace few have matched in the WNBA.
On Wednesday night, Bueckers delivered a performance that cemented her place in the WNBA history books, scoring 44 points — the most ever by a rookie in a single game. She also became the first player in league history to score 40 or more points while shooting over 80% from the field. It was a statement night in a season already filled with historic milestones, but it also raises the stakes for what lies ahead. Bueckers will be tested in new ways, from heightened defensive pressure to the mental and physical demands of the league. The spotlight is only getting brighter, and how she responds could shape not just the rest of her rookie year, but the direction of her entire career.
If this is what Bueckers looks like in her first season, the possibilities for what she could become are endless. She’s already making history on a nightly basis, playing with the confidence and control of a seasoned star. For Bueckers, showing up in big moments isn’t new; she’s been doing it since her college days at Connecticut. If she continues on this trajectory — breaking records, elevating her team, and embracing the spotlight- she won’t just be one of the best rookies the league has ever seen. By the end of her career, she could very well be one of the greatest players in WNBA history. With so much of her journey still ahead, Bueckers isn’t just building a résumé, but she’s building a legacy in real time.
