In a moment fans will never forget, Paige Bueckers recorded her first official WNBA double-double last night and she did it in front of a roaring hometown crowd. Playing at the Target Center in Minneapolis, the former UConn standout put on a show for family, friends, and longtime supporters, finishing with 18 points and 11 assists in a thrilling win.
From the opening tip, Bueckers looked locked in. Her court vision was on full display, threading pinpoint passes and orchestrating the offense with the poise of a seasoned veteran. Each assist seemed to electrify the crowd even more, and when she hit a step-back jumper late in the fourth quarter to seal the game, the arena erupted.
“It means everything,” Bueckers said postgame, beaming with emotion. “To get my first double-double here, where I fell in love with the game, is surreal. I’m just grateful.”
The night was more than a personal milestone. It was a full-circle moment for the Minnesota native who rose to national stardom in high school gyms not far from the arena. Fans came out in force, many wearing her old Hopkins High School jersey, and they were treated to a performance that lived up to the hype.
Bueckers’ impact goes beyond stats. Her leadership and energy have quickly made her a fan favorite and an emerging star in the league. With this breakout performance, she’s proving that the transition to the pro level is no hurdle it’s her stage.
As she left the court, she waved to the crowd, visibly moved by the moment. One thing’s certain: this is just the beginning for Paige Bueckers, and hometown fans are here for the ride.
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