There are many adjectives used for Paige Bueckers as the star’s historic season earned her Rookie of the Year accolade and place in the All-WNBA Second team. The All-Star had been making headlines despite her side’s struggles in the league.
But going through struggles and tough conditions is not new for the former UConn star. At the conclusion of her season, Bueckers opened up about her tough transition to life with the Dallas Wings, despite her rookie success. But the star had an even bigger ‘comeback’ in her college career, where she had to overcome the devastating injury, and Harvard recently gave special recognition to the same.
Harvard Crimson With Special Tribute To Paige Bueckers’ Grit
In the 2022-23 season, UConn announced that guard tore the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in her left knee during a pick-up game on August 1. This forced her to sit out the entire season. She received an additional year of college eligibility after redshirting the season. Though the return from such a horrifying injury is possible, the impact that the explosive guard had was impressive.
The Harvard Crimson paid special tribute to this ‘comeback’, making a video of her post-injury performance and struggles through injuries. The video showcased the player’s grit, as well as the lengthy and painful rehab process.
Paige Bueckers suffered a torn ACL and will miss the 2022-23 season.
— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) August 3, 2022
Prayers up for a speedy recovery 🙏 pic.twitter.com/RwU9zL5hkr
The player not only won the National championship in her final season but also established herself as one of the top players in Women’s basketball. Continuing her form in the WNBA, the player earned high praise from both veterans and critics.
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Recently, Paige Bueckers claimed third spot on USA Today’s 10 Top Women Athletes of 2025 list, making her one of only three WNBA stars in the list. Along with her gameplay, one thing that sets her apart is her ‘Killer Instinct’.
Paige Bueckers’ Teammate Lauds Her Killer Attitude
The Dallas Wings’ forward Luisa Geiselsoder was on ‘the Journey’ podcast, where she praised her teammate and called her rookie season inspiring than that of Caitlin Clark’s. A fan quickly responded with the ‘killer attitude’ (winning mentality) being the difference maker between two players.
But the 25-year-old star was quick to defend the 2025 rookie, as she replied, “Caitlin Clark is definitely and an important part of the revolution in women’s basketball. Definitely not the only one tho…. Paige Bueckers has a “killer instinct” I can confirm 100% from live experience. :)”
The player will be in action in the unrivaled league and will look to guide her young team to glory before starting the next WNBA Season.