By Pari Singh
Hey, basketball fans! I’m Pari Singh, your go-to writer at DramaWire.Studio, diving into the world of celebrity buzz with a focus on the Celeb scene. Today, we’re tackling a hot topic: Paige Bueckers’ boyfriend. As the UConn Huskies’ superstar and projected No. 1 pick in the 2025 WNBA Draft, Paige has fans buzzing not just about her on-court brilliance but also her personal life. Is the 23-year-old dating anyone? From rumored flings to her own words, I’ve scoured web reports, X posts, and interviews to bring you the latest. For more celebrity scoops, check out Are Jace Norman and Isabela Moner Still Friends? at DramaWire.Studio. Follow us on Instagram, YouTube, or X (@dramawirestudio). Let’s get into it!
A Basketball Phenom
Paige Bueckers, born October 20, 2001, in Edina, Minnesota, is a household name in women’s basketball. Nicknamed “Paige Buckets,” she rose to fame at Hopkins High School, earning national player of the year honors. At UConn, she became the first freshman to win the Naismith College Player of the Year in 2021, per ESPN. Despite an ACL tear in 2022, she led the Huskies to the 2025 NCAA Championship, cementing her legacy. With a $1.5 million NIL valuation and deals with Nike, Gatorade, and Cash App, per On3, Paige is a trailblazer. Her foundation, launched in 2022, supports social justice and food insecurity initiatives, per Wikipedia. But while her career shines, fans are curious: who’s in her heart?
Keeping It Private
Paige is notoriously private about her love life, often steering conversations back to basketball. In a February 2025 GQ interview, she said, “I’m more just focused on basketball,” calling the dating world “crazy.” This focus has fueled her success, with three 30-point NCAA Tournament games, a UConn record, per Pro Football Network. Her silence on romance hasn’t stopped speculation, though. Fans on X and web outlets like Marca and Essentially Sports have linked her to several names, but Paige rarely confirms or denies rumors, keeping her personal life under wraps.
The Matt Freeman Rumor
One persistent rumor involves Matt Freeman, a fellow UConn student and basketball player. In early 2024, Essentially Sports reported they were spotted hitting the gym and dining together, sparking dating buzz. The US Sun echoed this, noting their shared passion for hoops. However, Paige hasn’t confirmed any relationship with Freeman. The lack of public posts or comments from either suggests this might be more fan speculation than fact. Without concrete evidence, it’s hard to pin down if Freeman is her boyfriend or just a friend.
Past Rumors: Spencer Rattler and Jalen Suggs
Paige’s name has been tied to other athletes, too. Tuko.co.ke claimed she dated Oklahoma Sooners quarterback Spencer Rattler for over a year after meeting in high school in Minnesota. Rattler, now a redshirt senior, comes from a prominent family, with his father, Scott, a former NFL player, per The US Sun. Yet, Paige never addressed this rumor, and no recent reports confirm they’re still linked. Another name is Jalen Suggs, now with the Orlando Magic. Childhood friends, they were often seen supporting each other’s games, per Yahoo Sports. Suggs’ cousin, Mia Curtis, called them “male and female versions of each other,” but both have insisted they’re just best friends. Suggs is dating Hailey Van Lith, per Yahoo Sports, quashing any romance rumors.
X Buzz and Cooper Flagg Speculation
X posts have stirred the pot, with @DonkSports claiming on May 13, 2025, that Paige is rumored to be dating Duke’s Cooper Flagg, the expected No. 1 NBA Draft pick, as both will be in Dallas this summer. This unverified claim lacks backing from credible sources, and Paige’s focus on her WNBA transition with the Dallas Wings makes it seem unlikely. X sentiment often amplifies rumors, but without Paige’s confirmation, it’s just noise.
Single and Focused?
As of now, Paige appears single, prioritizing her career over romance. Her GQ comments and lack of public relationship posts suggest she’s keeping love on the backburner. Her bond with teammates, whom she jokingly called future “bridesmaids” in GQ, highlights her tight-knit circle. With the WNBA Draft approaching, per Yardbarker, Paige’s energy is on her game, not dating. Fans admire her resilience, as Caitlin Clark noted in Distractify, praising her leadership despite injuries.
What’s Next?
Paige Bueckers’ dating life remains a mystery, and she seems happy keeping it that way. Whether she’s single or quietly dating, her focus is clear: dominating basketball. As she gears up for the WNBA, fans will keep speculating, but Paige’s story is about her talent, not her love life. For more celebrity gossip, visit DramaWire.Studio. Who do you think Paige might date? Drop your thoughts below!
