--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: In the NBA, there's always a guy who is…" description: "\"In the NBA, there's always a guy who is only around because he can jump. He doesn't have a clue about the fundamentals. I learn more from the WNBA. The..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/4f2/draymond-green-5121_fundamentals_in-the-nba-there-s-always-a-guy-who-is-o_1322265.jpg" --- # In the NBA, there's always a guy who is only around… ![“In the NBA, there's always a guy who is only around because he can jump. He doesn't have a clue about the fundamentals. I learn more from the WNBA. They know how to dribble, how to pivot, how to use the shot fake.” quote by Draymond Green](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/4f2/draymond-green-5121_fundamentals_in-the-nba-there-s-always-a-guy-who-is-o_1322265.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/4f2/draymond-green-5121_fundamentals_in-the-nba-there-s-always-a-guy-who-is-o_1322265.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/4f2/draymond-green-5121_fundamentals_in-the-nba-there-s-always-a-guy-who-is-o_1322265.jpg) > “In the NBA, there's always a guy who is only around because he can jump. He doesn't have a clue about the fundamentals. I learn more from the WNBA. They know how to dribble, how to pivot, how to use the shot fake.” [Draymond Green](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/draymond-green/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Fundamental skills like dribbling and pivoting are undervalued in the NBA, while the WNBA exemplifies mastery of basics. **In simple terms:** Basics matter more than flashy jumps. Key Takeaway Focus on fundamentals first. Themes skill development humility gender perspectives Mood analytical motivational Type sports educational When to use this quote - coaching - player development - team strategy Key Concepts Basketball fundamentals sports equity training methods Questions to Reflect On - How can NBA teams integrate WNBA fundamentals? - What lessons can be learned from women's leagues? 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