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Bueckers Jokes After Scary Collision with Sparks' Ogwumike
20 Jul
Summary
- Paige Bueckers is reportedly in good spirits post-collision.
- Teammate Azzi Fudd was involved in the play that caused the crash.
- Bueckers' next game is July 20 against the New York Liberty.
Dallas Wings star Paige Bueckers sustained a scary collision with Los Angeles Sparks forward Nneka Ogwumike during their recent game, which the Wings won 90-82. The incident occurred in the fourth quarter when Azzi Fudd tripped Ogwumike, causing her to fall into Bueckers' legs as she was playing defense. Both players were momentarily on the ground.
Following the game, Wings coach Jose Fernandez indicated that Bueckers was in good spirits, suggesting no serious injury. Bueckers herself reportedly joked about the play, even playfully blaming teammate Azzi Fudd for the collision. This lighthearted reaction is seen as a positive sign regarding her physical status.
Both Bueckers and Ogwumike were able to get up and head to the locker room after the play. However, there were concerns due to Bueckers' past ACL tear and the apparent impact to her head. Fudd also has a history of ACL tears.
Bueckers' status for the Wings' next game, scheduled for July 20 against the New York Liberty, is uncertain. Given it's the second game of a back-to-back, the team may opt for caution, and her availability should be closely monitored.
