Paige Bueckers displays defensive prowess as U.S. routs Czechia in FIBA World Cup

The Dallas Wings guard scored 10 points off the bench on 5-for-8 shooting from the floor, adding five assists and two blocks to her tally.
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FIBA asks Paige Bueckers to explain viral moment with China’s 7-foot-3 star

Paige Bueckers’ exchange with 7-foot-3 Zhang Ziyu produced a viral World Cup moment and a playful request from FIBA.

Lip reader works out what Paige Bueckers said to 7-foot-4 Chinese basketball sensation

Zhang Ziyu handed Team USA a unique challenge during the FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup opener, and Paige Bueckers was seen chatting to the 7-foot-4 Chinese center

Paige Bueckers, US women escape with gritty World Cup win over Italy

Paige Bueckers, of the United States, shoots over Italy's Matilde Villa during the Women's Basketball World Cup match between the United States and Italy in Berlin, Sunday, Sept. 6, 2026.

Why Geno Auriemma was ‘in heaven’ after Paige Bueckers’ two-week silence during UConn days

Before becoming a star in the WNBA, Paige Bueckers was a crucial member of the UConn Huskies basketball program. Paige Bueckers spent her entire NCAA career while donning the UConn Huskies jersey under the leadership of legendary coach Geno Auriemma.

Paige Bueckers trolling herself next to 7-foot-3 Ziyu Zhang is internet gold

Paige Bueckers delivered the funniest moment to start the FIBA World Cup by openly trolling herself next to 7-foot-3 Chinese center Ziyu Zhang.