**Dallas Wings Star Paige Bueckers Enters Concussion Protocol**
The Dallas Wings are facing a challenging start to the WNBA season, now compounded by the news that Paige Bueckers, the team’s standout player and the first overall pick in this year’s draft, has entered concussion protocol. This announcement came on Friday, following the Wings’ narrow 97-92 defeat to the Chicago Sky, marking the Sky’s first win of the season.
Bueckers’ entry into protocol means she will miss at least two upcoming games, including a home matchup against the Sky on Saturday and an away game against the Seattle Storm on Tuesday. The team has not disclosed specific details regarding the circumstances that led to her being placed in protocol, leaving fans uncertain about the situation. In the game against the Sky, Bueckers contributed significantly with 15 points, eight assists, and five rebounds.
The Dallas Wings have struggled early in the season, losing five of their first six games. Bueckers has been a key player, averaging 14.7 points, a team-high 6.7 assists, and 2.0 steals per game during her professional debut, while also logging the most minutes on the team at 33.9 per game. She ranks second in points and third in rebounds among her teammates.
Bueckers was widely anticipated to be the top pick in the draft, following a record-breaking career at UConn, despite missing the previous season due to a torn ACL. She concluded her collegiate career with an impressive average of 19.8 points per game, the highest in UConn history, and holds the third-most career points in women’s March Madness history. Bueckers capped off her time at UConn with a national title in April, ending a nine-year championship drought for the program.
As the Wings navigate this difficult period, the team and fans alike will be hoping for a swift recovery for Bueckers, who has quickly established herself as a vital asset to the franchise.
**FAQ**
**What is the status of Paige Bueckers after entering concussion protocol?**
Paige Bueckers will miss at least two games while in concussion protocol, with plans for re-evaluation after that period.
