Breeze BC surprised everyone with the team racing towards a second-place finish in season 2. While Rickea Jackson reveals the secret sauce to Breeze BC’s success, the team remained dependent on Paige Bueckers’ gameplay and performance to get the win.
In the game against the top-seeded Laces BC, the side had a chance to cement its playoff position. But a few referee calls frustrated PB, who couldn’t control her emotions.
Paige Bueckers Reacts To Officiating Lapses
The battle between two top teams was very intriguing, with one side boasting veteran stars capable of impacting both ends of the floor, while the other was a rookie team that delivered on the floor and was high on confidence.
In the second quarter, with a marginal difference between the teams, the referee’s wrong call stopped the play as Coach Quinn challenged the call. The former UConn star was clearly unhappy with the call, smashed a water bottle on the floor, and even muttered words in frustration.
that tiny crash out pic.twitter.com/1e3bBjaoVx
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Her gesture highlights her competitive spirit and urge to win the game. While it was not the only moment that went viral on social media. Cameron Brink’s ‘no look’ basket also went viral, which helped the side to stay in the game.
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While Paige Bueckers is one of the contenders for the MVP title this season, her performance against the Laces was a bit below her set standards.
Paige Bueckers’ Efforts Fall Short Against Laces Defence
The 2025 rookie had been one of the most effective stars in the season. But she struggled to make an impact on the game that mattered the most. Experienced Laces side cut her every pass and shot, defending her well. They restricted her to 7-of-16 shooting for 22 points in the game. The league’s leading assists maker also finished the game with just four dimes.
Laces did their BIG ONE 🔥 win no.6 for the squad pic.twitter.com/zYq3o7KB4F
— Unrivaled Basketball (@Unrivaledwbb) January 27, 2026
On the flip side, Malonga had another double-double with 18 points and 12 rebounds, while Cameron Brink scored 11 points and collected seven rebounds off the bench.
The side is now in fourth place and will have to work harder to qualify for the playoffs.