Summary
Azzi Fudd and Paige Bueckers, both top picks for the Dallas Wings, have a significant pay difference due to changes in the WNBA's collective bargaining agreement. Fudd's rookie salary is considerably higher than Bueckers' because the agreement increased pay for new players.
Key Facts
- Azzi Fudd was picked first overall in the WNBA draft by the Dallas Wings.
- The new WNBA collective bargaining agreement significantly raised rookie salaries.
- Azzi Fudd will earn $500,000 as the No. 1 pick.
- Paige Bueckers, last year's No. 1 pick, earned around $78,831.
- Fudd's salary is a 534% increase compared to Bueckers' rookie pay.
- Both Fudd and Bueckers played for UConn and led the team to a national championship last season.
