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As WNBA Draft unfolds, fans are growing increasingly vocal about the top pick - and not in a good way. Former UConn star Paige Bueckers was the first pick in the 2025 WNBA Draft, and has ed the Dallas Wings, but some of the team's ers are warning the franchise of a potential negative impact of this transfer, due to a long-standing fear that the organization could derail Bueckers' promising career.
The tension stems from the team's perceived mishandling of player development and inconsistent coaching strategies. On social media, fans didn't hold back, with one viral post reading, "This damn organisation should stay away from her," echoing a sentiment many share. Concerns range from a lack of roster stability to questionable front-office decisions that, critics say, have stifled the growth of top-tier talent.
Adding to the drama is a recent viral moment involving Anthony Davis of the Dallas Mavericks, who had a wholesome interaction with Bueckers during the NCAA tournament. The moment was widely shared - and then oddly dismissed by Dallas-based pages, sparking further backlash from fans who felt the franchise was already mishandling its public relationship with a potential future star.
Upon the announcement of Bueckers by the Dallas Wings' X page, some fans aimed digs at the move.
"They're gonna trade her to LA for a 3rd round pick," one joked, in reference to the recent Luka Doncic trade to the Lakers.
A franchise under fan fire
Despite reaching the playoffs in recent seasons, the Wings remain under scrutiny for not capitalizing on their talented draft picks. Many fear that Bueckers, known for her court vision, leadership, and offensive versatility, could be stifled in a system that lacks consistent direction.
Despite these murmurs, Bueckers has shown nothing but positivity about the move to her new team, following an excellent NCAA season. But the noise around her new landing spot grows louder by the day. For Dallas, it's a double-edged sword - securing a generational talent like Bueckers could be game-changing, but only if the franchise is ready to protect and properly develop her. Fans aren't convinced - and they're making sure their voices are heard.