Is Maddy “that good” against an WNBA team? I’m not sure to be honest. She’s great at a Villanova talent in the big east, but not convinced she would be on a bigger stage. I would definitely pull for her though.
If Queen Egbo could make in the WNBA, why couldn't Siegrist? The thing many miss, is Maddy can actually shoot as evidenced by her slash line 53/40/85 so she doesn't have to play in the front court but could be a wing in the WNBA. Add in the intangibles and I think she more than makes a team but becomes a key reserve. IMHO...
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I think Maddy would do quite well in the WNBA. Her skill set and basketball IQ is built for the next level.
Or starter...If Queen Egbo could make in the WNBA, why couldn't Siegrist? The thing many miss, is Maddy can actually shoot as evidenced by her slash line 53/40/85 so she doesn't have to play in the front court but could be a wing in the WNBA. Add in the intangibles and I think she more than makes a team but becomes a key reserve. IMHO...
I don't know if Queen Egbo has made it in the Association. More like hanging on by a thread. But otherwise, I agree with what you've said. Maddy's going to have to move without the ball far more than she does at Villanova, and she's going to face some hella strong, fast, athletic wings that are going eat her alive. But yeah, she has a shot as a reserve, and for a good amount of years.If Queen Egbo could make in the WNBA, why couldn't Siegrist? The thing many miss, is Maddy can actually shoot as evidenced by her slash line 53/40/85 so she doesn't have to play in the front court but could be a wing in the WNBA. Add in the intangibles and I think she more than makes a team but becomes a key reserve. IMHO...
I believe she'll be better than that, Jordy... we'll see. Strong, fast and athletic doesn't guarantee anything. Plenty of those superior athletes just don't have the basketball skills and savvy that Maddy has.
The WNBA has 144 jobs available. Fine players such as Kenndy Burke, Evina Westbrook, Chelsea Dungee, Elissa Cunane, Kylee Shook, Lindsey Allen, Joyner Holmes, and many others are looking for teams. Yes, Maddy's a fine player, but to make a squad in the Association is tough. Maintaining that position when there are new rookies signed every year and so few positions available makes it, IMO, the toughest job to maintain in all of mainstream sports in America. Just look at the tough road Katie Lou has had. Do you think Maddy's a better player than Lou is? Because that's what it will take to start on the wing in the Association.
Lots of good examples, Jordy, and good points, too... I won't disagree with any of this. As to whether Maddy is a better player than was Katie Lou midway through her senior season, she might not be a better passer, but yes, otherwise, I'd say she is, and KLS is one of my favorite players.
And this is what a discussion board is about, disagreeing with cogent and/or poignant views. Glad to hear your opposing opinion and I'm typically grateful for your basketball insights.
