Paige Bueckers not too happy with Dallas Wings after preferred team revealed

The 2025 WNBA Draft order is official, with the Dallas Wings claiming the top spot and Los Angeles Sparks following at No. 2, while the Chicago Sky and Washington Mystics will draft third and fourth, respectively. This development puts Dallas in a prime position to draft Paige Bueckers, the standout prospect and consensus favorite of this year's draft class.

For the Wings, the No. 1 pick offers a chance to reset after a challenging 2024 season. Adding a talent such as Bueckers could anchor their roster and set the stage for a return to playoff contention.

However, whispers about Bueckers' preferred landing spot have raised questions about whether Dallas is her ideal destination.

Rumors about Bueckers' preference

Reports suggest the star player may have her sights set on Los Angeles, leaving some to wonder if the Sparks might attempt to trade up for the top selection.

"Sources around the league have indicated that the Los Angeles Sparks, who got the No. 2 pick in the lottery, would have been Bueckers' preferred option," Michael Voepel of ESPN explained.

"Like the Wings, the Sparks also currently don't have a head coach. But Los Angeles is a gigantic market and a team that could also have used a guard like Bueckers."

While speculation around the draft builds, there's still time for deals and decisions to shape the narrative before the April 14, 2025 event. Whether Dallas uses the pick to secure Bueckers or explores trade options will undoubtedly be a focal point in the coming months.