Michael Porter Jr. shared that Pat Beverley believes WNBA teams could outperform NBA bench players. Lonzo Ball responded, saying he thinks Michael probably agrees with that viewpoint. While he’s not sure if Michael actually said this, Lonzo wants to be honest and express his opinion respectfully. He finds the idea strange and dismisses it after ninth grade. Lonzo, a ninth-grader himself who’s over six feet tall and capable of dunking, points out that no WNBA player has those abilities. He confidently says he’s got skills that stand out, even jokingly comparing his style to Michael Jordan’s.
Fan Take: This conversation highlights the ongoing debate about the skill gap between WNBA and NBA players, which matters to fans rooting for the growth of women’s basketball. It emphasizes how talent and athleticism in the WNBA continue to evolve, potentially pushing the sport to new heights and greater respect.
