{"id":385463,"date":"2025-11-17T15:17:15","date_gmt":"2025-11-17T15:17:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/385463\/"},"modified":"2025-11-17T15:17:15","modified_gmt":"2025-11-17T15:17:15","slug":"paige-bueckers-on-post-game-recovery-being-wnbas-rookie-of-the-year","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/385463\/","title":{"rendered":"Paige Bueckers On Post-Game Recovery & Being WNBA’s Rookie Of The Year"},"content":{"rendered":"

Paige Bueckers\u2019 first pro basketball season was full of hallmark achievements. Following her history-making career with the UConn Huskies and joining the Dallas Wings after being the No. 1 overall draft pick in the spring, the 24-year-old was named WNBA<\/a> Rookie of the Year in September. Reflecting on all of her recent accolades, Bueckers says she feels \u201cvery grateful and blessed.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cI think individual awards are just an acknowledgement of team accomplishments, so I’m really grateful for everybody who’s helped me get to this point,\u201d Bueckers says of her big win. \u201cMy teammates probably celebrated more than me.\u201d<\/p>\n

During the off-season, the Texas-based athlete has been traveling, with recent trips to London and Los Angeles in the books. But she\u2019s still putting down roots in Dallas \u2014 and finding the right car is a part of that journey. Bueckers has been using CarMax, the Official Auto Retailer of the NBA and WNBA, to simplify things. This November\u2019s \u201cWanna Drive?\u201d campaign<\/a> marks the start of her three-year-long partnership with the brand.<\/p>\n

While she\u2019s still searching for the perfect set of wheels, Bueckers is prepping for the WNBA season ahead. Here, she details her cool-down rituals<\/a>, her favorite post-game meal, and what she\u2019s manifesting for the year ahead.<\/p>\n

CarMax<\/p>\n

Elite Daily: What\u2019s the first thing you do when you enter the locker room after a big game?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Paige Bueckers:<\/strong> We have our players meeting and our coaches meeting to digest the game. We talk about how to move forward, what we can learn, what we can get better at, and what we did well.<\/p>\n

ED: What skin care products are you using post-game?<\/strong><\/p>\n

PB:<\/strong> I usually use CeraVe Foaming Cleanser to wash away all the sweat and dirt. I’m huge on La Roche-Posay moisturizer, too.<\/p>\n

ED: Do you typically do an <\/strong>everything shower<\/strong><\/a> after games?<\/strong><\/p>\n

PB:<\/strong> Oh, heck no. I’m a very simple lady. For me, an everything shower would be body wash, body scrub, shampoo, conditioner, and shaving. But that probably doesn’t happen as often. It\u2019s very draining, and it takes a while. I am huge on Epsom salt baths, though.<\/p>\n

ED: Who\u2019s on your post-game playlist?<\/strong><\/p>\n

PB:<\/strong> I\u2019ll listen to slower, chiller music \u2014 usually R&B. Drake, Brent Faiyaz, Giveon, Lauryn Hill, Jazmine Sullivan, and Luther Vandross are all on there.<\/p>\n

ED: After a big win, how do you bond with your teammates?<\/strong><\/p>\n

PB:<\/strong> We usually go grab some food and just hang out. Wings are a huge hit. I like a medium spice level \u2014 a little kick, but nothing to make my mouth burn. Appearing on <\/strong>Hot Ones<\/a> is actually on my bucket list.<\/p>\n

ED: What about after a loss?<\/strong><\/p>\n

PB:<\/strong> We are super unconditional in the way we support each other. We were there for each other either way \u2014 when you win, things don’t come to light as soon as they do after a loss. That\u2019s when having those difficult conversations tends to happen more.<\/p>\n

ED: Walk me through your nighttime routine.<\/strong><\/p>\n

After a game, I\u2019ll roll out, use a massage gun, and stretch. I typically do an Epsom salt bath and then shower and moisturize. After, I\u2019ll have a protein shake before bed, and then read my devotionals and pray. <\/p>\n

ED: Any tips for getting a good night\u2019s sleep?<\/strong><\/p>\n

PB:<\/strong> I’m a huge believer in melatonin and shorter naps throughout the day. I think blue light glasses and getting off your screens 30 minutes before bed are important, too.<\/p>\n

ED: As one of <\/strong>Elite Daily\u2019s 25 Under 25<\/strong><\/a> for 2025, we\u2019re manifesting that you continue to have a killer start to your professional career. What are you manifesting for yourself for the new year?<\/strong><\/p>\n

PB:<\/strong> Continue to be present and enjoy life as it comes. I want to be unconditional in my joy and my gratitude \u2014 feeling thankful during the highs and lows.<\/p>\n

This interview has been edited and condensed for clarity.<\/p>\n

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