Has Paige Bueckers confirmed dating Azzi Fudd? All you need to know about their rumored relationship
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As she prepared for her thrilling debut in the WNBA All-Star Game Dallas Wings guard Paige Bueckers appeared to confirm long-standing rumors about her relationship with fellow former Husky Azzi Fudd Fans have speculated for months that the bond between the two basketball stars went beyond friendship. Clever social media clues, affectionate photos, and a phone case reading 'Paige Bueckers' girlfriend' sparked headlines in June 2025. Bueckers, once a standout at UConn, recently reacted warmly to Fudd's ESPYs look on social media, further fueling speculation.During the WNBA All-Star Orange Carpet, a fan asked Bueckers, "How well do you know your D1 girlfriend?" - a moment she didn't shy away from. Though she didn't directly call Fudd her partner, Bueckers didn't deny it either, leading many to see it as a quiet confirmation of their relationship.But Azzi Fudd is far more than just Bueckers' rumored girlfriend. Born November 11, 2002, in Arlington, Virginia, Fudd was named the 2019 Gatorade National Player of the Year. Despite a serious knee injury in high school, she bounced back to shine at UConn, averaging 13.6 points per game with a stellar 43.6% shooting average.Now 22, the 5'11" shooting guard helped lead UConn to the NCAA championship in April 2025, earning the tournament's Most Outstanding Player honors. Fudd will return to UConn for one more season, aiming for a second straight title before entering the 2026 WNBA Draft Together, Bueckers and Fudd represent both elite talent and a new era of authenticity in women's sports.
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