“No player, no team, no city deserves this more than you” – Diana Taurasi on Sue Bird’s Historic Statue

by Sports Desk

📌 Sue Bird has made history! The Seattle Storm unveiled a statue outside Climate Pledge Arena, making Bird the first-ever WNBA player to receive such an honor.


🗽 Sue Bird’s Legendary Career

  • 🏆 4× WNBA Champion (2004, 2010, 2018, 2020)

  • 🌟 13× WNBA All-Star

  • 🇺🇸 5× Olympic Gold Medalist

  • 📈 All-time WNBA Career Assists Leader

  • 🏅 21 Seasons with the Seattle Storm


🗣️ Diana Taurasi’s Words

“No player, no team, no city deserves this more than you.”Diana Taurasi

Her longtime rival and close friend praised Bird’s journey, saying she not only carried the Storm but also elevated women’s basketball to new heights.


🌍 Why It Matters

  • First Statue for a WNBA Player – A historic milestone.

  • 💪 Representation & Recognition – Women athletes being honored at the same level as men.

  • 🌟 Inspiration for the Future – Bird’s legacy stands as a symbol of excellence and perseverance.


🔥 Sue Bird’s statue isn’t just a tribute to her—it’s a monument to the growth of women’s basketball.

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