2 weeks Ago By Jorge Ávila Andrade
allas sports fans are grappling with a double dose of disappointment, and the city's . The ' shocking February 2025 trade of to the left a void in the basketball scene, while the ' 7-10 season and 30-year Super Bowl drought have fans in a funk. Enter , the No.
1 overall pick in the by the , who's being hailed as the city's next big hope. " ," Wings GM Curt Miller told , hyping her potential to fill the emotional gap left by Doncic and the ' struggles. Bueckers, a , averaged 19.
8 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 4.5 assists en route to a 2025 NCAA title.
Her outnumber Cowboys QB 's, signaling her star power. " ," said ESPN's Chiney Ogwumike, noting her ability to draw crowds like did for Indiana. The Wings, coming off a 9-31 season, see Bueckers pairing with Arike Ogunbowale to revive a franchise that .
Fans on X are buzzing, with one posting, " ." Paige brings new energy to Dallas The Doncic trade, which brought but cost a Finals-bound hero, hit hard. " ," noted, echoing the city's grief.
Meanwhile, the Cowboys missed the playoffs again, their 2024 campaign marred by Prescott's injury and a third-place NFC East finish. " ," an X user tweeted. Bueckers' arrival, marked by a , offers a fresh start.
" ," posted on social media. Bueckers is leaning into the hype. At her April 23 presser, she embraced , saying, " " Her debut against the on May 16 at College Park Center is already a hot ticket, with a June 27 clash set for American Airlines Center.
" ," Miller said, comparing her to the Mavericks' legend. While the Cowboys face a tough 2025 draft and the Mavericks adjust to life without Doncic, are giving Dallas a reason to rally..
