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Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss the media attention surrounding Paige Bueckers and Azzi Fudd, including Bueckers’ comments emphasizing that their personal relationship is “nobody’s business” and both players’ desire to keep the focus on basketball and their performance with the Dallas Wings. The situation around Paige Bueckers and Azzi Fudd has mostly centered on media attention around their relationship since they were reunited on the Dallas Wings . Both players have acknowledged their relationship publicly, but recent questions from reporters have pushed them to address how much of it should be discussed in a basketball setting. At a recent media session, Bueckers made her stance very clear, saying their personal relationship is “nobody’s business but our own” and emphasizing that what they choose to share is up to them. She also stressed that it does not affect their professionalism or performance on the court and that they intend to keep the focus on basketball rather than their private lives . Fudd has taken a similar approach by avoiding detailed public discussion, and team representatives have also stepped in at times to shut down relationship-related questions. The overall message from both players is that while fans are curious, they want the narrative to stay centered on their play and the team rather than their off-court relationship.

Last year's No. 1 overall pick Paige Bueckers spoke on Monday to reporters with a prepared statement on her relationship with this year's No. 1 pick Azzi Fudd. This continued a saga where just last week, the Dallas Wings' PR staff shut down a reasonable question asked by a reporter to Azzi about her and Paige's relationship. To an extent, their relationship should be none of our business. But when it comes to how it affects the Dallas Wings, their play on the court, how successful both Paige and Azzi can be, and their futures, those are questions that need to be asked. After all, it's a great story and great stories can't be written unless you ask the question. Full quotes from Paige Bueckers were from this Associated Press story: https://apnews.com/article/wings-uconn-paige-bueckers-azzi-fudd-a05e2857493da604be4711545b97f9eb Follow Tyler on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/thetylerbyrum.bsky.social Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Today’s episode features Sarah’s conversation with UConn women’s basketball star Azzi Fudd from this weekend’s live show in Indianapolis. They discuss how winning a national championship showed her a different side of Geno Auriemma, how Fudd handles moments of self-doubt, how working with a sports psychologist changed the game, and using her famous friends (cough *Paige Bueckers* cough) to help get guests for her new podcast, Fudd Around and Find Out. Plus, Unrivaled makes some monster NIL signings, the American women’s mile record goes down, and bros with zero brain cells get deservedly dragged. Subscribe to Fudd Around and Find Out here Check out The Athletic’s player poll results for: The WNBA’s best player & biggest trash talker here Which player will be the face of the WNBA in five years here Which city is ideal for expansion & what CBA priorities should be here The WNBA’s best & worst-run organizations here The best rivalry in the WNBA & who will win the championship here The WNBA schedule is here Read about Unrivaled’s NIL signees <a href="https://www.unrivaled.basketball/news/unrivaled-signs-14-top-womens-college-basketball-players-to-nil-deals-as-part-of-the-future-is-unrivaled-class-of-2025-hkswdzlhp8f0" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.unrivaled.basketball/news/unrivaled-signs-14-top-womens-college-basketball-players-to-nil-deals-as-part-of-the-future-is-unrivaled-class-of-2025-hkswdzlhp8f0&source=gmail&ust=1753236618727

In today’s episode of Locked On UConn, we’re joined by special guest Tee Baker, a contributing editor and BIG EAST beat reporter for The Next. We discuss Geno Auriemma’s historic legacy, including his incredible coaching partnership with Chris Dailey and how their philosophies continue to shape UConn women’s basketball. We also dive into this year’s team, breaking down standout players like Paige Bueckers, Azzi Fudd, and Sarah Strong, while examining UConn’s strengths, challenges, and their path to overcoming top challengers like South Carolina. Show Notes Segment 1: Geno’s Legacy and Coaching Philosophy • Tee Baker shares their thoughts on UConn’s program legacy and Geno Auriemma’s coaching impact. • Discussion on how this year’s team reflects Geno’s philosophies and where they’re evolving. • The special dynamic between Geno and Chris Dailey and how their partnership has elevated women’s basketball. • Discussion Questions: • How has Geno and CD’s legacy shaped women’s basketball as a whole? • Is Geno Auriemma the GOAT of basketball coaching? Segment 2: X’s and O’s - Breaking Down This Year’s Team • Examining UConn beyond Paige Bueckers: who else is stepping up, and what areas need improvement? • Tee Baker gives insights into Paige Bueckers’ game and her inevitable rise to the WNBA as a potential No. 1 draft pick. • The arrival of Sarah Strong: how she fits into Geno’s system and her potential to become a UConn great. • Discussion Questions: • What excites you most about Sarah Strong’s game? • How does Paige Bueckers compare to past UConn stars in terms of skill and impact? Segment 3: Azzi Fudd’s Role and UConn’s Road Ahead • Azzi Fudd’s comeback story and how she complements Paige as a scoring threat and potential leader. • Looking ahead to UConn’s toughest matchups, including South Carolina and LSU. • Areas of improvement for UConn to dominate against top-tier programs. • Discussion Questions: • Can Azzi Fudd take on a leadership role, or is her scoring the best contribution to the team? • What are the keys to beating elite teams like South Carolina and LSU? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.