On Thursday Bueckers was asked about fellow first overall WNBA pick Caitlin Clark, who has been struggling so far, compared to her lofty expectations, in her second professional season.

WNBA fans won't be pleased if one of the league's biggest superstars misses more time on the court this season, but unfortunately that looks like where things are headed for the Indiana Fever's biggest draw.

Caitlin Clark and Paige Bueckers are the young faces of the league, backed with major endorsement deals and poised to take a leadership role in growing the game when the veterans step away.