UConn Stars Shine in WNBA Debuts

0:00It's May 2nd. Welcome to Hartford News Today, powered by AI, I'm Cory with the story. Ozzy Fudd made her pro debut with the Dallas Wings and Preseason against the Indiana Fever, dropping her first bucket quick over Caitlin Clark. But Fowl Trouble hit hard with three calls in just 8 minutes, limiting her to 4 points on 2 for 7 shooting in 16 minutes total. Still, Dallas cruised to a 95 to 80 win. Paige Beckers, another Yukon star and last year's rookie of the year, lit it up with 20 points on 8 for 12 from the field and 4 for 6 from deep plus 3 assists in 20 minutes, setting the tone for the squad. Wings coach praised Fudd's bounce and aggression, saying those Fowls won't phase her long term, especially after some tough rim shots and now they gear up for the next one Sunday. Meanwhile, Sarah Williams flashed in her first game for the Portland Fire, scoring 9 points on perfect 3 for 3 shooting and 3 for 4. Free throws in 10 minutes during an 81 to 91 loss to Seattle, grabbing boards, a block

1:03and a steal while battling for a roster spot. With Portland's expansion roster cuts looming by May 7th and their next match up Sunday, these Yukon standouts are already proving they belong in. The league's spotlight.