# @thegistusa on Instagram

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- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/DIJ8xTpy9_M
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/29064794-thegistusa-instagram
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- **Posted:** 2025-04-07T18:30:11.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** The GIST USA (@thegistusa) — https://gondola.cc/thegistusa

## Caption

ESPN analyst Andraya Carter showing respect to Bueckers' career! 🔥⁣
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After missing an entire season with a torn ACL and battling injuries that could’ve derailed her career, Paige Bueckers just led UConn to their record-breaking 12th national title. 🏆⁣
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In her first March Madness since 2022, she didn’t just return — she dominated. Averaging 21.9 points per game in the tournament and leading by example on both ends of the court, Bueckers reminded the world exactly who she is: a generational talent with the heart of a champion. 🥹⁣
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From being the first sophomore to win Naismith Player of the Year, to sitting out a full year, to now lifting the trophy with her teammates — this is the story of resilience, belief, and greatness. 🙌⁣
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This title isn’t just a win. It’s a moment. A chapter in women’s basketball history written by a player who refused to let anything stop her. 😤⁣
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Paige Bueckers is back — and she’s never been better. 👑 #thegist⁣
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#womenssports #collegesports #basketball #marchmadness #uconn #paigebueckers #bueckers #huskies #andrayacarter #espn

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## Credits

| Name | Username | Profile | Role |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| The GIST USA | @thegistusa | https://gondola.cc/thegistusa | Sports Media Outlet |

## Tags

bueckers, uconn, huskies, paigebueckers, womenssports, basketball, collegesports, espn, marchmadness, andrayacarter, thegist

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