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Fudd Out: Wings Play Smart with Top Pick
13 May
Summary
- Azzi Fudd sidelined with right knee issue, no timeline given.
- Coach cited 'abundance of caution' for Fudd's absence.
- Fudd's WNBA debut saw low points and limited minutes.
Azzi Fudd, the No. 1 overall pick, was downgraded to out for Tuesday night's Wings vs. Dream game due to a right knee issue. Her highly anticipated WNBA debut against Angel Reese is now postponed.
Wings coach Jose Fernandez emphasized that Fudd's absence is a precautionary measure for her long-term health. The team is not providing an official diagnosis or a return timeline for the promising guard.
Fudd's WNBA debut on Saturday saw her score a mere three points in 18 minutes off the bench, marking the lowest point total for a No. 1 pick in their debut. This performance, coupled with her current injury status, has raised questions about her immediate role in the starting lineup.
Fernandez, however, expressed confidence in Fudd's capabilities, stating she is ready to start when the time is right. The decision not to start Fudd in her debut, unlike other high draft picks such as Olivia Miles and Caitlin Clark, has sparked league discussion.
