Paige Bueckers got her technical foul rescinded by the WNBA on Sunday, reversing a call from Friday's game against Atlanta. The second-year guard received the penalty for clapping aggressively while her team was rallying, which she found surprising since she was simply expressing passion for the game.

The league's decision saved Bueckers a $500 fine and preserved her clean sheet for the season, which mattered for a friendly wager with Dallas Wings teammate Alysha Clark. Clark helped get the technical overturned, saying it wasn't warranted and that she wanted any potential winnings to be legitimate.

Bueckers acknowledged that officials face pressure to control games more strictly this season, noting the emphasis on preventing contests from becoming too physical. She hopes referees can distinguish between passionate play and unsportsmanlike conduct when teams are making comebacks.

The incident highlights ongoing discussions about player expression in the WNBA and how officials balance maintaining order with allowing natural competitive emotion during crucial game moments.