paige bueckers’ 44 point performance makes wnba history.

Photographed by Dhan Calo

Paige Bueckers put on one of the most historic rookie performances in WNBA history, scoring 44 points in the Dallas Wings’ 81–80 loss to the Los Angeles Sparks. The No. 1 overall pick went 17-of-21 from the field, including 4-of-4 from three and 6-of-6 on free throws, becoming the first player in league history with 40+ points on 81% shooting.

Bueckers’ total sets a new rookie scoring record, surpassing Candace Parker’s 40-point game in 2008, and ranks 10th all-time in WNBA history.