Paige Bueckers Responds To Nika Muhl’s Draft Day Support. Photo credits: Imagn

'Dallas Lucky': Paige Bueckers UConn Farewell Note Gets Nika Muhl Hyping Up WNBA Career

Originally posted on Hardwood Heroics | By Sabel Reyes | Last updated Apr 24, 2025 7:27 AM ET

After five unforgettable years in Storrs, Paige Bueckers is officially saying goodbye to UConn—and she made sure the farewell hit right in the feels.

On Tuesday, the 2025 WNBA Draft’s No. 1 overall pick poured her heart out in an emotional Instagram post, reflecting on her time with the Huskies. Alongside a touching photo of her embracing longtime coach Geno Auriemma, Bueckers thanked the program, the fans, and the moments that shaped her into the player—and person—she is today.

“UConn Nation, where do I even begin,” Bueckers wrote. “These past 5 years have been some of the most rewarding, challenging, and blessed years of my life. From the relationships that will last a lifetime, memories and experiences I’ll never forget, and a growing in Faith that has changed my life.”

She continued, “The support and love has meant everything to me and I wouldn’t have been able to make it through without it.”

The post struck a chord with former teammates and fans alike. Seattle Storm rookie and UConn alum Nika Muhl responded with, “

DALLAS LUCKY!” while Aaliyah Edwards of the Washington Mystics added, “

forever bleed blue Pskii.”

Though her college career is officially in the books, Bueckers’ legacy is undeniable. She wrapped up her final NCAA season averaging 19.8 points, 4.7 rebounds, 4.6 assists, and 2.1 steals across 123 games—and, most importantly, capped it off with a national championship.

Paige Bueckers to be unveiled by the Dallas Wings

Now, the next chapter begins in the WNBA.

Paige Bueckers is set to be unveiled as the newest face of the Dallas Wings in a press conference on Wednesday at Dallas City Hall. She’ll be introduced alongside fellow draftees Aziaha James (NC State), Madison Scott (Ole Miss), JJ Quinerly (West Virginia), and Aaronette Vonleh (Baylor).

Paige Bueckers, Cooper Flagg Pay Gap Gets Attention From Satou Sabally 11 Apr 14, 2025; New York, New York, USA; Paige Bueckers is interviewed by ESPN after being selected with the number one overall pick to the Dallas Wings in the 2025 WNBA Draft at The Shed at Hudson Yards. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

Wings brass—including CEO and Managing Partner Greg Bibb, GM Curt Miller, and head coach Chris Koclanes—will be on hand to welcome the team’s newest stars as they look to bounce back from a disappointing 2024 campaign that saw them miss the playoffs for the first time in four years.

Apr 14, 2025; New York, New York, USA; Paige Bueckers reacts after being selected with the number one overall pick to the Dallas Wings in the 2025 WNBA Draft at The Shed at Hudson Yards. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

With the regular season opener set for May 16 against the Minnesota Lynx, all eyes will be on Bueckers as she makes the leap from college phenom to WNBA franchise cornerstone.

This article first appeared on Hardwood Heroics and was syndicated with permission.

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