The WNBA’s 2025 season starts tonight, and honestly, everyone’s talking about Dallas. That’s because Paige Bueckers is about to play her first game in the league, and people are seriously excited.
After an amazing run at UConn, where she really made a name for herself, Paige was picked first overall in this year’s WNBA Draft. Now, she’s ready to hit the court for the Dallas Wings. There’s a real buzz around the team and, honestly, women’s basketball fans everywhere can’t wait to see what she does next.
Is Paige Bueckers Playing Tonight?
Yes, Bueckers and the Dallas Wings have a game on Friday night, May 16. Bueckers is making her WNBA debut with this game, and the first home game is getting a lot of excitement, as it has sold out.
The Wings will face the Minnesota Lynx- a full-circle moment for Bueckers, who grew up in Minnesota and now faces her hometown team in her first professional game.
Paige Bueckers: From College Stardom to No. 1 Pick
Bueckers arrives in Dallas with a remarkable resume. At UConn, she became the first freshman woman to win Associated Press Player of the Year and was a three-time first-team All-American.
She led the Huskies to the 2025 NCAA championship, scoring over 2,000 career points and earning numerous accolades along the way. Her leadership, scoring ability, and all-around play made her the consensus No. 1 overall pick in this year’s draft, and she’s expected to make an immediate impact for a Dallas team looking to rebound from a tough 2024 season.
Breaking Down the Game: Dallas Wings vs. Minnesota Lynx
- Date: Friday, May 16
- Time: 7:30 p.m. ET
- Location: College Park Center, Arlington, Texas
The Wings, led by Bueckers and All-Star guard Arike Ogunbowale, face a tough test against the Lynx, who return much of last year’s Finals roster. Minnesota features stars like Napheesa Collier and veteran guards Courtney Williams and Kayla McBride. The matchup is a major early test for Dallas, which finished last season at 9-31 but has high hopes with Bueckers now in the lineup.
How to Watch Dallas’ Opening Game
- TV: ION
- Streaming: WNBA League Pass, FuboTV, YouTubeTV, Roku Channel
Fans can catch all the action live on ION or stream it via WNBA League Pass and other major streaming platforms.
What Other WNBA Games Are On Tonight?
Opening night features a stacked triple-header, spotlighting the league’s new era of talent:
- Atlanta Dream vs. Washington Mystics – 7:30 p.m. ET (ION, League Pass)
- Dallas Wings vs. Minnesota Lynx – 7:30 p.m. ET (ION, League Pass)
Paige Bueckers’ WNBA debut - Los Angeles Sparks vs. Golden State Valkyries – 10:00 p.m. ET (League Pass)
The Valkyries play their first-ever WNBA game
Paige Bueckers and the Dallas Wings are indeed playing tonight, with Bueckers making her highly anticipated WNBA debut against her hometown Minnesota Lynx at 7:30 p.m. ET. Tune in on ION or WNBA League Pass to witness the start of a new era in Dallas basketball.
