Freshman Marine Dursus Sparks Debate by Wearing Paige Bueckers’ Retired Jersey Number
UConn freshman Marine Dursus has chosen to wear the number 5 jersey, once sported by star player Paige Bueckers, prompting a wave of reactions on social media. The move revives the conversation about the university’s tradition of retiring jersey numbers, a list that includes Rebecca Lobo, Swin Cash, Sue Bird and soon Maya Moore. Bueckers, now with the Dallas Wings in the WNBA, remains a top contender for the U.S. national team.
Jun 23, 2026