A'ja Wilson shares what she admires about Paige Bueckers' game

Before she was a multi-time MVP and champion in the WNBA, A'ja Wilson was a No. 1 pick with lofty expectations. Now an established superstar with the Las Vegas Aces, she opened up about the league's latest top prospect. 

Heading into the 2025 WNBA Draft, everyone had their eye on Paige Bueckers. Following an impressive college career at UConn, the versatile guard was selected No. 1 by the Dallas Wings. Not far removed from winning a national championship, Bueckers now hopes to become a cornerstone for the WNBA franchise. 

During a recent appearance on the "Sports Seriously" show, Wilson was asked what she liked most about the Wings' newest addition. The Aces' center went on to applaud Bueckers for how she carries herself on and off the basketball court. 

"Her composure," Wilson said. "She plays like with a sense of I've been here before. Whether it's a championship game or it's the first game of the season, her composure is something that has really stuck with me and how she just carries herself on an off the court is just gonna go so far." 

Before making the jump to the pros, Bueckers had one of her best all-around seasons at UConn. Across 38 matchups, she averaged 19.9 PPG, 4.4 RPG, 4.6 APG and 2.1 SPG. 

After playing for one of the premier programs in women's college basketball, Bueckers now finds herself in a much different situation. The Wings had the league's second-worst record last season, and hope their influx of young talent will help them climb the standings in 2025 and beyond.