Paige Bueckers, Dallas Wings handed major Alanna Smith injury blow during FIBA World Cup

Australian forward Alanna Smith’s injury issues continue into the FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup, causing her to miss the rest of the tournament. USA TODAY Sports WNBA standout to miss remainder of World Cup with injury Australian star Alanna Smith will miss the remainder of the World Cup after suffering a leg injury.

Lip reader works out what Paige Bueckers said to 7-foot-4 Chinese basketball sensation

Zhang Ziyu handed Team USA a unique challenge during the FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup opener, and Paige Bueckers was seen chatting to the 7-foot-4 Chinese center

Paige Bueckers trolling herself next to 7-foot-3 Ziyu Zhang is internet gold

Paige Bueckers delivered the funniest moment to start the FIBA World Cup by openly trolling herself next to 7-foot-3 Chinese center Ziyu Zhang.
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FIBA asks Paige Bueckers to explain viral moment with China’s 7-foot-3 star

Paige Bueckers’ exchange with 7-foot-3 Zhang Ziyu produced a viral World Cup moment and a playful request from FIBA.
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Paige Bueckers improvises adorable handshake with young fan at World Cup

Paige Bueckers seems to bring fun wherever she goes, and she made that more than clear at the World Cup. This time, she made a young fan feel extra special, not only by walking onto the court with her, but by turning their pregame moment into something ...