Sue Bird, a legend in women’s basketball, shares her advice for young athletes, especially Angel Reese and Caitlyn Clark. Bird believes that in the age of NIL (Name, Image, Likeness), young athletes can earn income while still in college.
However, she emphasizes that athletes need to stay focused on their main goal: basketball. Bird explains that spending a lot of time on outside activities can bring in money and fame, but ultimately the sports career is the foundation for that opportunity. If you don’t focus on developing yourself on the court, other opportunities may fade over time.
The speaker in the video goes on to make personal comments about Angel Reese, expressing concern that Reese may be too focused on building her personal image and popularity, instead of focusing on basketball.
According to him, Reese has appeared on many television shows, attended high-profile events, and participated in activities off the court, which makes him worry that she is not spending enough time improving her basketball skills.
The speaker points out weaknesses that Reese needs to work on, such as shooting accuracy, defense, and versatility on the court. He also notes that although Reese has great potential, if she does not focus on developing her skills, her popularity may not be sustainable.
The speaker then turns to Caitlyn Clark, describing her as a disciplined and focused athlete. He expresses admiration for how Clark spends her time practicing and constantly perfecting her skills. Clark has shared that she feels confident because of her long hours of practice and is never afraid to face challenges on the court.
The speaker also compared Clark to Kobe Bryant, calling her an athlete with the “Mamba Mentality” – a philosophy that focuses on maximum effort and determination to overcome personal limitations. The speaker believes that Clark’s hard work and passion have helped her become a well-rounded and formidable player, which has led to her long-term career success.
Finally, the speaker asserts that he does not hate Angel Reese. Instead, he wants Reese to realize her true potential and become a more complete athlete, so that she can compete with Caitlyn Clark on the court for many years to come. He hopes that these confrontations will not only create an exciting rivalry between two talents, but also contribute to the development and promotion of women’s basketball, bringing the league further.
