Nika Muhl's Statement Outfit Catches Paige Bueckers' Attention
Seattle Storm guard Nika Muhl didn't let a setback derail her momentum, and her former UConn Huskies teammate Paige Bueckers made sure to cheer her on loud and clear.
On Friday, the team announced that the Croatian player and forward Jordan Horston have officially been ruled out for the 2025 WNBA season after both suffered ACL tears during the offseason.
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Amid the saddening news, Muhl seemed determined to stay positive after giving fans a peek into her offseason.
In her latest post on Instagram, the 24-year-old player shared an outfit recap from the 2025 WNBA Draft that she attended.
'Key pieces only,' she wrote, along with snaps of her outfit details that gave off chic, street-style vibes.
As seen in the post, Muhl's outfit focused on a dark ensemble–a structured blazer over a black bralette that showed off a bit of skin.
In addition to this, she paired it with high-waisted, wide-leg bottoms that elongated her legs and for a pop of color, her stylist elevated the look with denim pointy-toed shoes.
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Completing the look was her choice of accessories. She opted for black sunglasses and a leather handbag that matched the color palette, but she added a trendy touch with a silver crossbody chain adorned with keys.
Interestingly, her Instagram update didn't just stun fans but also her fellow UConn alumni.
As mentioned, Bueckers playfully hyped up Muhl with a teasing comment.
'Better be a Mazda key on there,' she wrote.
Paige Bueckers on the orange carpet before the 2025 WNBA Draft at The Shed at Hudson Yards.Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images
It can be recalled that the Storm player met with Bueckers during her draft night. Muhl even dedicated an Instagram post showing her support for her former teammate.
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