Paige Bueckers called ‘everything’ Caitlin Clark was expected to be

The Caitlin Clark and Paige Bueckers debate gained another voice this week after former NFL wide receiver Harry Douglas made a bold comparison. His comments came as Bueckers continued helping the Dallas Wings climb the WNBA standings during an impressive second professional season.

Harry Douglas sparks fresh Paige Bueckers and Caitlin Clark debate

Harry Douglas believes Paige Bueckers has already delivered the impact many expected from Caitlin Clark. Speaking on ESPN Radio, Douglas praised Bueckers after Dallas defeated the New York Liberty, where she finished with 15 points while helping extend the Wings' strong campaign.

Douglas highlighted Dallas' impressive turnaround as the main reason for his view. He pointed out that the Wings had the league's worst record two seasons ago but improved after adding top draft picks. According to him, the team’s confidence has changed completely, helping Dallas achieve the fourth-best record in the WNBA.

Douglas then made his strongest comparison between the league's two young stars. "Everything we expected Caitlin Clark to be, Paige Bueckers has been in the WNBA," he said on ESPN Radio. The former NFL receiver credited Bueckers for elevating the play of Arike Ogunbowale, Azzi Fudd, and the rest of the Wings' roster.

"Everything we expected Caitlin Clark to be, Paige Bueckers has been in the #WNBA." 👀@HDouglas83 | @ESPNRadio pic.twitter.com/leLrd1ezo1

Both players are making impressive progress in their careers. Since starting in the WNBA, Clark has averaged 19.0 points and 8.4 assists per game. She is a three-time All-Star and was named Rookie of the Year. Bueckers has averaged 19.5 points and 5.6 assists since joining Dallas. She also has two All-Star selections and is the current Rookie of the Year.

Clark and Bueckers have been compared since their college days. Douglas' comments add to the ongoing rivalry, which attracts attention as both players lead their teams in different ways. They are both helping to raise the league's national profile.

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