To succeed in your fantasy women’s basketball league, preparation is key. Here’s a guide to get you ready before the draft.
Draft Planning
The first step is to define the type of team you want. Having a clear idea of the available talents will give you an advantage from the start.
Doing one or two mock drafts will help you assess player availability and identify potential surprises. This will allow you to maximize your team’s potential.
Below, we analyze key players to consider in different draft rounds, based on ADP (Average Draft Position) data to determine their likelihood of availability.
Analysis by Rounds
Round 1
In six-team leagues, the first picks are crucial. The main options are A’ja Wilson (ADP 1.6) or Caitlin Clark (ADP 1.9). Wilson is a solid choice.
Then, the decision focuses on Breanna Stewart (ADP 4.0) or Napheesa Collier (ADP 4.3). Stewart, although a former MVP, is coming off knee surgery, while Collier, after being Defensive Player of the Year and MVP runner-up, has great potential.
Finally, Arike Ogunbowale (ADP 5.7) competes with Sabrina Ionescu (ADP 6.0). Ogunbowale is the better option due to her productive 2024 season, averaging more points per game and being the offensive focus of the Dallas Wings, unlike Ionescu, who shares prominence in the New York Liberty.
Round 2
In the first half of the second round, consider Angel Reese (ADP 9.6). Reese, with her dominance in rebounding, seems poised for a big season.
Kelsey Plum (ADP 13.2) offers good value in the second half of the round. Her role on the Los Angeles Sparks could increase significantly, with the possibility of setting new records in scoring, assists, and three-pointers.
Round 3
Skylar Diggins (ADP 17.6) is poised for a return to her previous production, following Jewell Loyd’s departure from the Seattle Storm. Diggins is expected to take on a more prominent role.
Round 4
Satou Sabally (ADP 20.6), averaging 35.5 FP/G last season, has the potential to generate first-round value if she stays healthy.
Intermediate Rounds (5-6)
In these rounds, consider Rickea Jackson (ADP 33.3), who had a standout second half of the season as a rookie.
Tina Charles (ADP 35.4), a former MVP, remains productive and could start on a rebuilding team, with double-double potential.
Kamilla Cardoso (ADP 37.5), after recovering from an injury, showed a great performance at the end of her rookie season.
Final Rounds (6 onwards)
Cameron Brink (ADP 38.9), another standout 2024 rookie, could be a double-double threat when healthy.
Chelsea Gray (ADP 41.3) could be a great option, given her low ADP. Gray is expected to regain her best form, with numbers similar to those of a top 20 player.
