Azzi Fudd Wins Rookie 3-Point Contest

Azzi Fudd became the first rookie to win the WNBA All-Star 3-point contest, finishing with 30 points in the finals to defeat Bridget Carleton after a strong opening round that had her at 24 points. She started hot in the finals, hitting her first six shots, and finished 20 of 26 overall. The Friday lineup also featured Elena Delle Donne, Shakira Austin, and Jezelle Banks as part of Team Washington, which won the Shooting Stars title. Fudd expressed disbelief at the historic achievement and floated a playful rematch with Steph Curry. Beyond the 3-point contest, her defense remains notable, with 22 blocks through 25 games, highlighting her two-way potential as a guard. This year’s field lacked past champions like Sabrina Ionescu and Caitlin Clark, signaling a fresh chapter with first-time participants and a new champion.