Quick Info
| Profession | Basketball Player |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 20/10/2001 |
| Age | 24 years |
| Birthplace | Edina, Minnesota, USA |
Latest News about Paige Bueckers
11/08/2026
Paige Bueckers was selected for the 2026 USA Basketball women’s national team ahead of the FIBA World Cup. The roster announcement marked an important international milestone for her, with the event scheduled to be her senior national team debut.
20/07/2026
Paige Bueckers missed a game against the New York Liberty after a hard collision left her sidelined with soreness. Team evaluations ruled out a concussion, so she was held out as a precaution rather than for a diagnosed head injury.
14/07/2026
Paige Bueckers was named the WNBA Western Conference Player of the Week for games played from July 2 through July 12, 2026. It was the first Player of the Week honor of her career and recognized her strong play for the Dallas Wings during that stretch.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Paige Madison Bueckers |
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| Nickname | Paige Buckets |
| Famous for | Being the No. 1 pick in the 2025 Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA) draft |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 6' (183 cm) |
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| Weight | 64 Kg (141 lbs) |
| Eye Color | Lavender Gray |
| Hair Color | Light Blonde |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School | Hopkins High School, Minnetonka, USA |
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| College/University | University of Connecticut (UConn), USA |
| Degree | Bachelor degree in Human Development & Family Sciences (2024) |
Personal Life
| Religion | Christianity |
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Family
| Father | Bob Bueckers |
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| Mother | Amy Dettbarn Fuller |
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Career
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| WNBA Team | Dallas Wings | ||||
| College Team | UConn Huskies | ||||
| Position | Point Guard | ||||
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Favourites
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| Singer | Michael Jackson | ||||
| Car | Lamborghini | ||||
| Net Worth (approx.) | $5 million (as of 2025) |
Social Media
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Paige Bueckers began playing basketball at the age of five and was coached by her father until the seventh grade. | |
| 2. She has also participated in baseball, football, and soccer before fully committing to basketball. | |
| 3. Bueckers was notable for being one of the top scorers at her high school and gained recognition early in her career. | |
| 4. She has faced challenges, including a torn ACL, leading to a redshirt year, but continues to be a leading figure in women's basketball. | |
| 5. Bueckers has used her platform to support social justice movements, stemming from personal connections to current events. |