Rookies Bueckers, Clark Score 35+ Points WNBA Games

Dallas Wings rookie Paige Bueckers has made a remarkable return to the WNBA after missing four games due to a concussion and illness, scoring a career-high 35 points against the Phoenix Mercury. Her performance, which included five made 3-pointers and six rebounds, ties her with Indiana Fever's Caitlin Clark as the only rookies to reach 35+ points and five 3-pointers in a single game, sparking renewed comparisons between the two stars. Despite Bueckers' individual brilliance and strong rookie season averages, the Wings have struggled, holding a 1-10 record with defensive and cohesion issues. Bueckers is also chasing another of Clark's records as she nears becoming the fastest player to reach 100 points and 50 assists in WNBA history. The ongoing rivalry and media attention between Bueckers and Clark highlight the emergence of two of women's basketball's most exciting young talents. While Bueckers shines individually, her team continues to face challenges that underscore the need for growth beyond her standout performances.