The Unrivaled league season 2 is already making headlines with its massive success and increasing fan following. The league will move to Brooklyn for two semifinal games as it looks to expand across the USA. Part of the success goes to young stars like Paige Bueckers and Dominique Malonga, who are thriving on the floor with their all-around performances.
In the one-on-one matchup, though, it brought together players with different skill sets, as they played for themselves and looked to control both offensive and defensive ends. PB though, had an early exit in the competition, losing to Chelsea Grey in the quarterfinals.
Fans Target Paige Bueckers For Walking Off Court
Many saw Breanna Stewart and Bueckers as the probable final matchup in the one-on-one competition. Aliyah Boston stunned the Liberty forward while Chelsea Gray overcame the Wings’ rookie.
Though the former UConn star gave her 100% on the court, it was a commanding 11-2 win for the veteran guard. On final possession, Bueckers was looking for a foul call from the referees, but it went against her, frustrating the Wings’ guard in the process. As Gray netted the game-winning free throws, Bueckers congratulated her and stormed off the court.
Paige Bueckers got DESTROYED in 1 v 1 and STORMED OUT the building 😭 pic.twitter.com/zgO5yndJYI
— BrickCenter (@BrickCenter_) February 14, 2026
Fans, though, saw the other side of the play and blamed the young star for her unprofessional behavior.
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A fan wrote, “This is who they’re trying to tell me clears Caitlin?”
This is who they’re trying to tell me clears Caitlin? 😭😭😭
— Seattle Sports Fan GZ (@SeattleFanGZ) February 14, 2026
One fan wrote, “She didn’t get the special whistle and got cooked.”
🤣🤣 she didn’t get the special whistle and got cooked
— JMac | Ball Up | 🏀🏈 (@Gameis_gameLFG) February 14, 2026
Another fan mentioned, “PB gettin the CC treatment and crashed out hard.”
PB gettin the CC treatment and crashed out hard 😂😂😂 ohhh the irony
— Shannon Bailey (@ShannonBai65531) February 14, 2026
A fan said, “She’s crying almost as bad as she did when she lost to GOAT Caitlin in the NCAA tournament.”
She’s crying almost as bad as she did when she lost to GOAT Caitlin in the NCAA tournament.
— F B I Director Kash P (@danjacob121) February 14, 2026
Another fan commented, “Paige isn’t used to not getting her special whistle.”
Paige isn't used to not getting her special whistle.
— sockruhtese (@sockruhtese) February 14, 2026
Justice for Arike.
Outside the Unrivalled, though, PB will be happy to be on Chelsea Gray’s side, playing for the national side in the FIBA World Cup qualifiers.
Paige Bueckers And Chelsea Gray To Team Up For the National Side
The 2026 FIBA World Cup will feature one of the youngest and most talented Team USA squads in recent years, with players like Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese, Kiki Iriafen, and Sonia Citron set to debut for the national side. Among the debutants, their U-16 and U-17 teammates, Bueckers, will also be part of the team.
BREAKING: USA Basketball has announced its roster for next month’s FIBA World Cup Qualifying Tournament ⤵️
— I talk hoops 🏀 (@trendyhoopstars) February 11, 2026
Aliyah Boston
Angel Reese
Caitlin Clark
Chelsea Gray
Dearica Hamby
Jackie Young
Kahleah Copper
Kelsey Plum
Kiki Iriafen
Paige Bueckers
Rhyne Howard
Sonia Citron
🇺🇸✨ pic.twitter.com/c83vvYIoNf
Among the few veterans, Team USA will have players like Chelsea Gray, Jackie Young, and Kelsey Plum calling the plays, while Rhyne Howard and Kahleah Copper will also provide the offensive punch.