Bueckers, as Koclanes mentioned, is “more than capable” of running the point. She's certainly done it before. Even in recent action while off the ball fairly consistently, Bueckers still dribbled the ball up the floor at times. The 23-year-old understands what it requires to set up the offense.

This article was originally published on www.si.com/wnba/valkyries as Wings Make Paige Bueckers Change — What it Means for Valkyries Game.

Dallas Wings star Paige Bueckers scored 44 points, setting a WNBA rookie record and strengthening her push for 2025 All-WNBA honors.