WNBA excitement continues to surge, drawing in fans and even NBA stars. One of the most engaged is Draymond Green, the four-time Golden State Warriors champion, who keeps up with the league both on and off the court.
Recently, Green reposted an ESPNW feature highlighting the WNBA’s record-breaking attendance of over 2.5 million fans this year. However, what stood out to him most wasn’t the figure—it was the photo used to represent the milestone: Dallas Wings rookie Paige Bueckers.
Bueckers continues to shine in the WNBA
Green, however, kept the focus on Paige, subtly drawing a comparison to Caitlin Clark, the WNBA’s most high-profile star with the Indiana Fever. Shelburne pointed out that their rookie seasons show similar numbers: Clark shines in assists, while Bueckers makes a bigger impact on defense. According to the journalist, the question of who ultimately stands out will unfold over time and hinge on whether Dallas can surround Bueckers with a winning team.
Draymond Green issues a warning
Draymond didn’t mince words: if the Wings want Bueckers to compete with Clark, they need to assemble a strong roster and stop “clinging to the wrong pieces.” While he didn’t call out anyone specifically, his point was clear—Dallas must make savvy moves to maximize their young star’s potential.
His warning underscores a real issue: for Paige Bueckers to lead the Wings and emerge as a true face of the WNBA, she needs the right supporting cast and a genuinely competitive team around her.
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