Dwyane Wade and A’ja Wilson (Photo by Imagn Images)
Former NBA players have continuously offered their takes about how the game is played today. Whether they are right or wrong, they give fans a deeper perspective on basketball-related topics. With the rise of players-only podcasts in recent years, we cannot escape all their thoughts and comments on a daily basis.

Dwyane Wade, a three-time champion, is one of those guys. While generally a beloved figure during his playing days, Wade has since developed a controversial voice since his retirement in 2019. One recent comment he made that piqued the amusement of fans is that A’ja Wilson, the superstar center of the Las Vegas Aces, may have what it takes to beat a lowly NBA player in a one-on-one game.

“She’s smart. One thing about basketball players, they’re not smart. We have a lot of basketball players who just know how to do one or two things. Because you may just be athletic, and they just say go be an athlete. That’s not your fault. They are not coaching you sometimes. So you don’t know the game outside of pick and roll. Getting into one-on-ones like A’ja Wilson, who knows how to play basketball with crazy footwork, you don’t know the game,” Dwyane Wade shared his thoughts about A’ja Wilson on The Underground Lounge.

A’ja Wilson is one of the best WNBA players ever to play in the league. She is a two-time champion, a three-time WNBA MVP, and a three-time WNBA Defensive Player of the Year. However, at just 6-foot-4, she’ll have a hard time guarding quicker players at that same size. And the NBA is full of athletic behemoths.

Fans Call Out Dwyane Wade On His Absurd Take

Dwyane Wade (Image credit: Getty Images)

Can some WNBA players truly beat their NBA counterparts in a one-on-one setting? That’s a growing narrative that’s been debated for years now. Men are much taller and physically stronger than women. That’s just genetics. Understandably, basketball fans were quick to call out Wade for his ridiculous take.

“Wrap it up bro. She ain’t even beating Thanasis 1v1,” a fan commented.

“He’s tripping lmao, she’s not beating the 15th man in any roster,” another fan claimed.

“She couldn’t even beat Trayce Jackson Davis whos a third stringer, why are we playing around here man,” another fan said.

“Bro don’t tarnish your legacy like this,” a fan commented.

“I would put 100k on thanasis beating her,” another fan said.

“That is probably the dumbest take I have ever heard from an NBA player,” another fan claimed.

Oh, Dwyane Wade. You can call out fans on what it feels like playing in the NBA, but this one? Nobody will ever believe this take of yours. For context, no rule prohibits a woman from entering the NBA draft. History buffs may remember that Luisa Harris was the first and only woman drafted in the league. She was selected by the New Orleans Jazz in 1977 but did not play due to pregnancy.

Luka Doncic ‘destroys’ the Mavs on his return. Gets standing ovation and shows love to Mark Cuban

Luka Doncic hits 45 points in his first game in Dallas since being traded to the Los Angeles.

It’s rare for a home crowd to cheer the visiting team, but Luka Doncic’s return to Dallas was no ordinary night.

Just days before February’s trade deadline, the Mavericks shocked the NBA by sending their 26-year-old superstar to the Lakers—a move that outraged fans and sparked backlash toward GM Nico Harrison.

On Wednesday, Doncic played his first game back in Dallas since the trade. The arena was filled with fans in both his old Mavs and new Lakers jerseys, many chanting “Fire Nico” in protest.

Despite the emotion in the air, Doncic delivered a dominant performance, scoring a game-high 45 points to lead the Lakers to a 112-97 win. It was a powerful return for one of the league’s brightest stars—and a night Dallas won’t soon forget

The Mavericks pay tribute to Luka Dončić

While the Mavericks’ decision to trade Luka Doncic remains heavily criticized, they handled his return to Dallas with undeniable grace. The organization made sure his first game back as a Laker was met with respect and appreciation.

Every seat in the arena was draped with a T-shirt reading “Hvala za vse,” which translates from Slovenian to “thank you for everything.” It was a thoughtful nod to Doncic’s heritage and impact on the franchise.

Before tip-off, during the starting lineup announcements, the Mavericks played a tribute video showcasing some of Doncic’s most iconic moments in a Dallas jersey. The emotional gesture clearly resonated—moving Doncic to tears in front of the crowd that once called him their own.

Luka Doncic ‘DESTROYS’ his old team

Luka delivered a dazzling performance against his former team, putting up 45 points on 16-of-28 shooting, including 7-of-10 from beyond the arc. He also added 8 rebounds, 6 assists, and 4 steals in a game that showed exactly why he’s one of the best in the league.

From the opening tip, Doncic was locked in. By halftime, Doncic had racked up 31 points on 11-of-16 shooting in just 19 minutes—marking the 10th time in his career he’s scored 30 or more in a single half.

Though his scoring slowed in the second half, he continued to lead effectively, securing both a Lakers win and an unforgettable showing for the fans in Dallas.