WNBA fever keeps growing and has captivated both fans and NBA stars. Among the most attentive is Draymond Green, four-time champion with the Golden State Warriors, who not only follows what happens on the court but also engages in conversations off it.
Recently, Green shared on social media a post from ESPNW celebrating a historic WNBA attendance record with over 2.5 million fans this year. But what really caught his attention wasn’t the number-it was the image chosen to illustrate it: Dallas Wings rookie Paige Bueckers.
Bueckers continues to shine in the WNBA
In his comment, Green asked whether the choice of photo was a message that Paige is on her way to becoming the central figure of the league. ESPN journalist Ramona Shelburne responded that WNBA viewership is growing daily and that attendance data reflects that interest.
However, Green insisted on the topic of Paige, indirectly comparing her to Caitlin Clark, currently the most visible face of the WNBA with Indiana Fever. Shelburne noted that both players have similar rookie season stats: Clark excels in assists, while Bueckers contributes more on defense. The debate, according to the journalist, will be settled over time and will depend on whether Dallas manages to build a winning team around her.
Draymond Green issues a warning
Draymond was direct: if the Wings want Bueckers to be competitive against Clark, they must build a solid roster and stop “clinging to the wrong pieces.” Although he didn’t name names, he made it clear that Dallas needs to act smartly to make the most of their young star’s talent.
This message didn’t go unnoticed, as it reflects a legitimate concern: for Paige Bueckers to lead the Dallas Wings and aspire to become the face of the WNBA, she must have the right structure and a competitive team.
Green applauds Jessica Shepard’s historic night
In addition to his opinion on Paige, Green also had words of praise for Jessica Shepard, who shined with the Minnesota Lynx against the Indiana Fever. Shepard recorded a triple-double with 22 points, 11 rebounds, and 11 assists, becoming the first player to achieve it with 90% shooting accuracy from the field.
The performance, historic for being completed in just three quarters and in only 21 minutes and 57 seconds-the fastest triple-double in WNBA history-impressed the entire league and also Draymond, who publicly praised her on Threads. A gesture that confirms the veteran’s growing interest in women’s basketball and its impact on the conversation surrounding the WNBA.
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