Basketball sensation Paige Bueckers has officially confirmed that she is dating fellow basketball player Azzi Fudd. The announcement came during an interview at the 2025 AT&T WNBA All-Star event held on Thursday, July 17, 2025.
During a playful segment where Bueckers was quizzed about Fudd, she answered all the questions correctly. When the interviewer hinted at a reveal by saying, “Girlfriend reveal it’s…”, Paige responded, “Azzi Fudd.”
A Relationship Years in the Making
Though the confirmation is recent, speculation had been ongoing for some time. One notable moment that sparked public interest was when Fudd shared a selfie on social media featuring a phone case that read, “Paige Bueckers’ Girlfriend.”
Paige and Azzi have known each other for nearly eight years, first meeting in 2017 during tryouts for the USA Basketball U16 team. Both made the team, forming a strong bond that eventually developed into a romantic relationship.
Who Is Azzi Fudd?
Azzi Fudd is a standout shooting guard for the UConn Huskies in the Big East Conference. A former Gatorade and USA Today Player of the Year, she began her basketball journey at St. John’s College High School in Washington, D.C. from 2017 to 2021.
Fudd, whose Instagram handle is @azzi35, actively shares content ranging from basketball highlights and workouts to personal moments, including posts featuring Bueckers. She also partners with major brands like Bose and Paula’s Choice through endorsement deals.
The couple’s relationship has been celebrated for bringing greater visibility to LGBTQ+ athletes in the world of sports.