Dallas Wings newcomer Azzi Fudd faced questions about her relationship with teammate Paige Bueckers during her introductory press conference Thursday at the Hyatt Regency Dallas.
The No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 WNBA Draft sat alongside head coach Jose Fernandez and general manager Curt Miller as media, family and several new teammates filled the room.
When a reporter asked whether she and Bueckers — who publicly confirmed their relationship on TikTok last summer — remain together and had spoken with other WNBA couples about playing as teammates and partners, Wings moderator Pam Flenke quickly intervened.
Kevin Sherrington from the DMN asked Azzi Fudd about her relationship with Paige Bueckers. A Wings rep stepped in and said "I understand why you have to ask that question, but we are going to respectfully decline commenting on players' personal lives."https://t.co/OKX0H9CDBA pic.twitter.com/H2bLhglIqw
— WFAA (@wfaa) April 16, 2026
“I understand why you have to ask that question,” Flenke said, “but we’re going to respectfully decline from commenting on players’ personal lives.” General manager Curt Miller later told reporters the organization would “never” comment on athletes’ personal lives. Fudd did not respond to the question.
Fudd, 23, starred with Bueckers at UConn, where the pair helped the Huskies win a national championship. Bueckers, the 2025 No. 1 pick and reigning WNBA Rookie of the Year, is already on the Dallas roster.
The reunion of two consecutive No. 1 picks has drawn national attention ahead of the upcoming season. Fudd spoke about her excitement to begin her pro career in Dallas, her love for Texas barbecue and plans to explore the city.
The brief exchange highlighted ongoing interest in players’ personal lives while the Wings emphasized privacy.
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The pair publicly confirmed their relationship on TikTok last summer
The pair publicly confirmed their relationship on TikTok last summer
