WNBA Rookie Records: Paige Bueckers Marks History with 44-Point Performance
Paige Bueckers ties the rookie scoring record in a thrilling game that highlights her potential as the 2025 Rookie of the Year.
WNBA Rookie Records: Paige Bueckers Marks History with 44-Point Performance
Paige Bueckers tied the rookie scoring record with an astounding 44 points during the Dallas Wings’ match against the Los Angeles Sparks, ending in a buzzer-beater by Kelsey Plum. This remarkable performance equaled the record previously set by Cynthia Cooper-Dyke, highlighting Bueckers’ impact in the league.
Bueckers showcased her scoring ability throughout the game, netting baskets from various distances including the restricted area and beyond the three-point line. This outing not only tied the all-time rookie record but established her as the current season’s highest scorer, solidifying her position as the frontrunner for Rookie of the Year.
EVERY. SINGLE. BUCKET from Paige Buecker’s historic 44-point performance 馃帴 Link to video
Points: 44
- Cynthia Cooper-Dyke, July 25, 1997
- Paige Bueckers, August 20, 2025
Bueckers’ performance stands as one of the league’s most significant displays of scoring, marking her milestone in the WNBA record books.
Rebounds: 23
- Tina Charles, June 25, 2010
Assists: 19
- Caitlin Clark, July 17, 2024
Blocks: 9
- Margo Dydek, August 6, 1998
Steals: 9
- Michelle Brogan, July 27, 1998
- Tamika Catchings, July 26, 2002
This game is a testament to the emerging talent of Bueckers in the WNBA, shaping the future narrative of the league.
