Paige Bueckers has been turning heads this offseason—and not just with her game. The second-year WNBA star has clearly been putting in serious work in the weight room, and fans are absolutely buzzing about her new look.
Photos circulating on social media show a visibly stronger Bueckers, sparking playful questions like, "What has she been eating?" It's clear the former UConn standout has leveled up physically as she prepares for her sophomore season with the Dallas Wings.
Not that she needed much improvement. Bueckers already had a phenomenal rookie campaign, earning Rookie of the Year honors with averages of 19.2 points and 5.4 assists per game. But she knows the WNBA is a physical league, and added strength could be key to handling the defensive pressure she draws from opponents.
One area where she saw room for growth was her shooting efficiency—47.7% from the field and 33.1% from three-point range. But with an 88.8% free-throw percentage, her shooting touch is clearly elite. The goal is to be sturdy enough to knock down those crucial shots late in games when the physicality ramps up.
Fans won't have to wait long to see the results. The Wings open the regular season with a blockbuster matchup: Bueckers and Dallas take on Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever on Saturday, May 9 at 1 p.m. ET. If you want a sneak peek, the two teams also face off in the preseason on Thursday, April 30.
Whether you're a Wings fan or just love watching elite talent evolve, this is a storyline worth following. And for those of us who appreciate the gear that helps athletes get stronger, Bueckers' transformation is a reminder that the right training apparel and equipment can make all the difference.
