Paige Bueckers shows dedication after UConn star "made it" to class on time post NFL fun

Paige Bueckers' dedication shined through after a fun NFL weekend. The UConn star managed to enjoy her Sunday at the LA Chargers game and still made it to class on time on Monday morning in Connecticut.

On Sunday, Bueckers shared her excitement on X:

"Yes I am at a sporting event in LA & yes I will be in class tmr AM in Connecticut."

Bueckers then shared a snap from her class and also thanked the NFL on her Instagram story:

"Thank you NFL. Made it."

Screenshot, via Instagram (image credit: instagram/paigebueckers)

Bueckers watched the Kansas City Chiefs defeat the LA Chargers 17-10 at SoFi Stadium in California. Even after a full day of NFL action, she didn’t miss a step. Her friend Rae Burrell of the LA Sparks posted a Snapchat Story that featured their group relaxing on a couch, with Bueckers likely working on her homework nearby.

The weekend wasn’t all fun and games though as Bueckers and her teammate Azzi Fudd also participated in a Madison Reed meet-and-greet event in Los Angeles.

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Madison Reed, known for its hair color products, shared behind-the-scenes clips on social media. The event was held on Saturday with the two brand ambassadors all smiles when they met their fans.

With Bueckers projected as the No. 1 pick in the WNBA draft — possibly landing with the Sparks — and Fudd likely to be a top-five pick, their talents will soon be on full display in the pros.

Bueckers, a UConn phenom since her freshman year, has dazzled fans with her skills and even overcame injuries to reclaim her spot as one of the nation’s best.

Last season, she averaged 21.2 points, 5.2 rebounds and 3.8 assists. She led the Huskies to the Final Four.