Paige Bueckers, Azzi Fudd Postgame: Bouncing Back From Minnesota, 85-70 Win Over Mercury

Dallas Wings guards Paige Bueckers and Azzi Fudd speak with the media following Dallas' 85-70 win over the Phoenix Mercury on Thursday, June 11, 2026, at College Park Center in Arlington, Texas. Bueckers details the rolled ankle she played through on the way to 31 points, 6 rebounds, and 5 assists, plus the team's collective push to respond after the loss to the Minnesota Lynx. Bueckers and Fudd discuss the chemistry from their eight-plus years playing together, with most of their assists going to each other. Fudd talks about her growing comfort in the offense and her approach to defense, where she added 17 points and tied her career high with three blocks. Bueckers reflects on the value Jessica Shepard brings with her 17 points, 10 rebounds, and seven assists. The Wings improve to 8-4 and continue Commissioner's Cup play with upcoming games against Portland, Las Vegas, Golden State, and Chicago. Read more Dallas Wings coverage on DallasHoopsJournal.com.