Calm, cool, and collected. Those are just a few of the words you can use to describe Dallas Wings star Paige Bueckers' transition to the WNBA. Bueckers is quickly becoming known for her level-headed approach on the court, earning respect from teammates and competitors.

Paige Bueckers is back and continuing to excel. The 2025 No. 1 pick made her return to the Dallas Wings lineup Thursday and helped guide her team to a 98-87 victory over the Phoenix Mercury.

Phoenix suffered its second loss in a row after its 84-81 defeat against the Las Vegas Aces. The Mercury will return to action on Monday as they host the Wings for their second consecutive game. It will be the third time they'll face each other this season.