The Dallas Wings made WNBA history on Monday night, selecting UConn superstar Azzi Fudd with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 draft. This move comes just one year after the Wings used the top pick on Fudd's former Huskies teammate, Paige Bueckers, marking the first time former college teammates have gone first overall in consecutive drafts.

Beyond their on-court chemistry, Bueckers and Fudd share a personal connection, having publicly revealed their relationship last year. That storyline resurfaced during Fudd's introductory press conference when a reporter asked if the couple was still together. A team PR representative swiftly intervened, stating the organization would "respectfully decline on commenting on a player’s personal life," effectively shutting down the line of questioning.

While their personal dynamic remains a private matter, their basketball reunion is set to be very public. Fans will get their first glimpse of the duo back in action on April 30th when the Wings visit Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever. Their official regular season debut as professional teammates follows on May 9th in a rematch against the Fever, setting the stage for one of the most anticipated pairings in the league.

The focus now shifts to the court, where Bueckers and Fudd aim to translate their historic collegiate success into WNBA dominance. Their journey together as professionals begins this spring, promising a compelling new chapter for the Dallas Wings.