Lynx Fans Mourn the StudBudz Splitting Up in WNBA Free Agency

Teammates Natisha Hiedeman and Courtney Williams, known as the 'StudBudz', will no longer play together after free agency moves.

Apr. 11, 2026 at 8:35pm

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a fragmented WNBA basketball game, with sharp planes of navy, maroon, and gold overlapping to create a sense of motion and energy on the court.The beloved 'StudBudz' duo of the Minnesota Lynx may be splitting up, leaving fans to mourn the end of their on-court chemistry and viral Twitch fame.Indianapolis Today

Minnesota Lynx fans are disappointed to see the popular duo of Natisha Hiedeman and Courtney Williams, known as the 'StudBudz', split up after the two players signed with different teams in WNBA free agency. The pair had gained a large following for their non-stop Twitch stream during the 2025 WNBA All-Star Weekend in Indianapolis.

Why it matters

The StudBudz had become fan favorites in Minnesota, building a strong connection with the Lynx community through their engaging social media presence and on-court chemistry. Their separation is seen as a major loss for the team and its supporters.

The details

Hiedeman and Williams, who had played together on the Lynx for the past three seasons, both entered free agency this offseason. Hiedeman signed with the Las Vegas Aces, while Williams joined the New York Liberty, ending their time as teammates.

  • The StudBudz hosted a 72-hour Twitch stream throughout the 2025 WNBA All-Star Weekend in Indianapolis.

The players

Natisha Hiedeman

A guard who played for the Minnesota Lynx for the past three seasons.

Courtney Williams

A forward who played for the Minnesota Lynx for the past three seasons, alongside Natisha Hiedeman.

Minnesota Lynx

A professional women's basketball team in the WNBA.

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The takeaway

The separation of the popular StudBudz duo is a significant loss for the Minnesota Lynx and their fanbase, who had grown to love the players' on-court chemistry and engaging social media presence.