Former University of Connecticut basketball stars Paige Bueckers and Azzi Fudd, now guards for the Dallas Wings, have publicly confirmed their relationship in an intimate new documentary about UConn’s women’s basketball program. The film, titled The Dynasty: UConn Huskies, is set to premiere this Friday on Apple TV and offers an inside look at the 2025 NCAA championship-winning team.
As detailed in a report by People Magazine, the documentary captures candid moments between Bueckers and Fudd, who discuss their personal connection alongside the broader narrative of UConn’s renowned basketball legacy. Fudd openly acknowledges their relationship, describing it as known to close friends but kept private.
Bueckers and Fudd Speak on Privacy and Friendship
Within the film, Fudd confirms, “Paige and I are a couple, and everyone close to us that was important knew, but it’s private. Not a secret, but it’s private.” This statement sheds light on how the duo manage their relationship in the public eye while maintaining boundaries around their private lives.
Bueckers, who had previously touched on their relationship at the start of Fudd’s rookie season in the WNBA, reflects on how their friendship evolved into something deeper. Recalling their early days together at UConn, she explains, “We kind of felt a spark a little bit different than what would just be considered a normal friendship.”
The documentary not only highlights their personal journey but also celebrates the enduring success and cultural impact of the UConn women’s basketball program, which continues to produce standout athletes who excel at the collegiate and professional levels.