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Paige Bueckers' Teammate Defends Her Against Fan Comparisons

Since Caitlin Clark's arrival in the WNBA, the league has gained more visibility, and the sport's fan base has grown significantly. Despite playing only 13 games this season with the Indiana Fever due to injury, Clark made a strong impression in her rookie year.

Paige Bueckers also captured attention during her first WNBA season. After winning the NCAA title with UConn and being selected first overall by the Dallas Wings, Bueckers was named the 2025 Rookie of the Year. She became one of just 10 rookies to start in the All-Star Game and played a vital role on the team, averaging 19.2 points, 5.4 assists, 3.9 rebounds, and 1.6 steals across 36 games.

Caitlin Clark posted averages of 16.5 points, 8.8 assists, 5.0 rebounds, and 1.6 steals over 13 games. Despite these impressive stats, a fan suggested Bueckers lacked something compared to Clark.

Luisa Geiselsoder Steps In

Luisa Geiselsoder, Bueckers' teammate on the Wings, praised Clark but firmly defended Bueckers against the fan’s comparison.

"It's no secret that since the arrival of stars and talents such as Caitlin Clark in the WNBA, the league has become more prominent and the number of fans and followers of the sport has grown."
"Paige is coming off a great year: after winning the NCAA title with UConn and being selected first overall in the draft by the Wings, she finished her first year in the WNBA by becoming the 2025 Rookie of the Year."

Geiselsoder's defense highlights the respect and support within the Wings team for their standout rookie.

Author’s summary: Paige Bueckers earned solid rookie honors in the WNBA and a teammate publicly defended her when a fan unfavorably compared her to Caitlin Clark, showcasing strong internal team support.

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MARCA MARCA — 2025-11-09

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