Damian Lillard’s sister’s criticism of Patrick Beverley in 2020 has gained attention once again, as the two players are now set to become teammates on the Milwaukee Bucks. Despite their on-court conflicts and public disagreements, the Bucks traded Cam Payne and a second-round pick to the 76ers to bring both players together. The longstanding animosity between Lillard and Beverley appears to have been set aside, with the shared objective of winning an NBA title as teammates in Milwaukee.
However, the history of their rivalry, including Lillard’s sister’s Instagram attack on Beverley during a previous matchup, remains. The article recounts how Lillard’s sister referred to Beverley as an “ugly ass, dusty, stanky breath ass h*e” when he mocked Lillard during a Clippers vs. Blazers game in the Bubble.
Notably, this isn’t the first time Beverley has teamed up with a former on-court adversary, as he previously played alongside Russell Westbrook on the Lakers. Despite a rocky relationship initially, Beverley and Westbrook eventually became friends after their time together in LA. The article suggests a similar outcome may occur with Lillard and Beverley, considering their shared goal and Beverley’s potential to use his antics against opponents.
Dame’s sister has to root for Pat Bev now 😭😭😭 pic.twitter.com/PAkGpjn2XY
— BrickMuse (@BrickMuse) February 8, 2024
While the two guards are expected to complement each other on the court, with Beverley contributing defensively and Lillard providing offensive prowess, the article acknowledges the intriguing nature of their competitive rivalry. Despite Lillard’s superior standing as a player, Beverley consistently managed to get under his skin during their matchups. The article highlights instances such as Beverley mocking Lillard’s ‘Dame Time’ celebration and the heated exchange during a Lakers vs. Blazers game.
The genesis of their rivalry is traced back to their Bubble matchup, where Beverley taunted Lillard from the bench, sparking a social media feud involving Paul George. Lillard reminded both players of his series-winning buzzer-beaters against them, asserting his position. Now, as teammates, the article speculates whether Beverley’s disruptive playing style could motivate Lillard to elevate his performance. Lillard’s current statistics are noted, suggesting improvement may be necessary for the Bucks to realize their championship aspirations.
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