Just a couple of months ago, Dallas lost its most prized possession, future NBA Hall of Famer Luka Doncic. The move was so shocking that many initially thought Shams Charania had been hacked when he first reported it, especially given how late the news broke. However, it turned out to be true, marking one of the most surprising trades in NBA history.
When Doncic returned to Dallas during the regular season, the arena erupted in cheers every time he touched the ball. By the end of the game, the entire fanbase was cheering for both Doncic and the Lakers.
The trade was so unexpected that it dominated conversations for weeks, sparking discussions among some of the biggest stars in the game. Paige Bueckers was even asked about her hair after a game, as she wasn’t wearing her usual hairstyle. Her response was one of a kind.
“The world woke up to Luka getting traded to the Lakers, so crazier things have happened,” Bueckers said.
A month later, she went on to lead UConn to a national championship. With that, her college career came to an end. Still, Bueckers was projected to be the first pick in the WNBA Draft, and sure enough, she was selected first overall by the Dallas Wings.
Bueckers will spend the early years of her professional career with the Wings, creating a buzz throughout the city once again as they welcome another superstar. Not only that, but she is being compared to Luka Doncic as the next big star to represent Dallas.
In a post by Bleacher Report, a fan shared their thoughts on the comparison between the two icons.
“Close enough. Welcome back Luka Doncic,” the fan said
Bueckers is undoubtedly a star and will continue to shine for years to come, but after losing Doncic, it seems she will have to step into the role of being the new face of Dallas.
