Professional basketball player A'ja Wilson discusses her college coach, MVP snub, Las Vegas Aces, mentorship, WNBA rims, and rivalries with Draymond Green on The Draymond Green Show.
Asia Wilson discusses her college coach Dawn Staley and the impact she has had on her career.
Asia Wilson reflects on being snubbed for the MVP last season and the motivation it provides.
Asia Wilson emphasizes the growth of the WNBA and the need for continued support from NBA players.
Deep dives
Presence of Big Names in Women's Basketball
The podcast episode discusses the rise of big names in women's basketball, such as Cynthia Cooper, Sheryl Swoopes, Candace Parker, and Asia Wilson, and their impact on the sport.
Importance of Rivalries and Competition
The podcast explores the significance of rivalries in women's basketball, highlighting the friendly rivalry between Asia Wilson and Breanna Stewart, and how it motivates and pushes them to become better players.
NBA Support for the WNBA
The podcast touches upon the support of NBA players for the WNBA and how it has grown, but also acknowledges that the level of public support may vary from player to player.
The Need for Longer WNBA Season
The podcast suggests that a longer WNBA season could help further grow the league and provide more opportunities for players to showcase their skills and attract viewership.
Enjoying the Journey and Fun Moments
The podcast highlights the importance of enjoying the journey and having fun in the game, as seen through the camaraderie and memorable moments shared by Asia Wilson and her teammates during championships and celebrations.
A’ja Wilson joins The Draymond Green Show to discuss her college coach Dawn Staley, getting snubbed for the MVP last season, why she doesn’t feel the Las Vegas Aces are a superteam, mentorship from Candace Parker, why she doesn’t want to lower the WNBA rims, her rivalry with Breanna Stewart, Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark helping grow the game, her WNBA Mount Rushmore, and more.