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Who is Veronica Burton?

Veronica Burton is an American professional basketball player in the WNBA, best known for her elite defense, court vision, and leadership as a point guard. Drafted in 2022 by the Dallas Wings, Burton quickly earned recognition for her ability to lock down opposing guards and facilitate her team’s offense. A former standout at Northwestern University, she was one of the best two-way guards in college basketball before making her mark in the pros.

Quick Facts: Veronica Burton

Early Life of Veronica Burton

Veronica Burton was born on July 12, 2000, in Newton, Massachusetts. Coming from an athletic family, she excelled in basketball early, becoming a standout at Newton South High School where she was named the 2018 Massachusetts Gatorade Player of the Year. Her defensive instincts and playmaking skills stood out even at the high school level, setting the stage for her future success.

College Career at Northwestern

Burton committed to Northwestern University, where she played from 2018 to 2022. She developed into one of the nation’s premier point guards and defensive players. Burton was a three-time Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year (2020, 2021, 2022) and helped Northwestern to a Big Ten regular season title in 2020. By the end of her college career, she had tallied over 1,600 points, 500 rebounds, 600 assists, and 400 steals, cementing her legacy as one of the program’s all-time greats.

WNBA Career

Burton was selected 7th overall in the 2022 WNBA Draft by the Dallas Wings. As a rookie, she showcased her defensive versatility and playmaking ability, earning rotation minutes despite the Wings’ crowded backcourt. Known as a strong on-ball defender, she has continued to develop her offensive game while maintaining her reputation as one of the WNBA’s rising defensive specialists.