Wings win WNBA lottery: Azzi Fudd to Dallas, Mock Draft 2026.

Dallas Wings Secure First Pick in WNBA Draft: Who Will Be Chosen?

The Dallas Wings once again position themselves at the top of the WNBA draft, securing the first pick. League history indicates that having two consecutive top picks is usually a significant boost for any franchise. Sunday’s draw held no surprises, maintaining the order of the top five teams according to the odds: Wings, Minnesota Lynx, Seattle Storm, Washington Mystics, and Chicago Sky. In the projections prior to the draft, Awa Fam, a young Spanish player, was the favorite to be the first pick. Although she remains a strong candidate to join the Wings, the situation has taken an unexpected turn. Following Azzi Fudd’s outstanding performance, the UConn guard, at the Hall of Fame Women’s Showcase, attention is now focused on the Huskies’ senior. Fudd and Paige Bueckers, the WNBA Rookie of the Year in 2025, are elite players who could bring the Wings back to the playoffs. WNBA labor negotiations continue, and before the April draft, more details about each team’s composition are expected to be known.

Draft Predictions: Players to Watch

Here is the most recent draft draft, which includes four UCLA players as possible first-round picks.

• 1. Dallas Wings: Azzi Fudd

UConn | Guard | 5’11” | Senior Fudd demonstrated his worth with 55 combined points in victories against Michigan and Utah, with an impressive 58.1% shooting efficiency. Averaging 21.0 points per game, 51.1% in field goals, and 54.8% from the three-point line, Fudd, if he stays healthy, is a key figure in the offense.

• 2. Minnesota Lynx: Awa Fam

Spain | Pivot | 6’4″ The Fam agent has stated that their priority is to compete in the WNBA in 2026. They currently play in Spain and will turn 20 in June. Their potential is high, but they may need time to develop, which would allow the Lynx to guide their growth.

• 3. Seattle Storm: Olivia Miles

TCU | Base | 5’10” | Senior Miles, coming from Notre Dame, has been key for TCU, averaging 18.3 points, 6.7 rebounds, and 7.5 assists per game. He could become a prominent figure in the Storm’s future roster.

• 4. Washington Mystics: Lauren Betts

UCLA | Center | 6’7″ | Senior Betts, who was the first pick in the October draft, has had a good start to the season with 15.7 points, 7.5 rebounds, and 2.2 blocks per game. Her talent could be a great asset to the young Mystics core.

• 5. Chicago Sky: Flau’jae Johnson

LSU | Guard | 5’10” | Senior Johnson, with an average of 17.3 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 3.7 assists, will demonstrate his skill on the court. Despite a not-so-demanding schedule, Johnson has proven his worth in the SEC.

• 6. Toronto Tempo: Ta’Niya Latson

South Carolina | Guard | 5’8″ | Senior Latson, who led Division I in scoring with 25.2 points per game, now averages 18.2 points, 4.0 rebounds, and 3.7 assists. His 3-point shooting percentage (54.5%) could be a major breakthrough if it holds.

• 7. Portland Fire: Cotie McMahon

Ole Miss | Guard | 6’0″ | Senior After three years at Ohio State, McMahon now plays for Ole Miss, averaging 17.5 points and 6.5 rebounds. His defensive improvement will be key.

• 8. Golden State Valkyries: Gianna Kneepkens

UCLA | Guard | 5’11” | Senior Kneepkens stands out for his ability to shoot from the three-point line. His current average (36.7%) could increase, and he averages 12.7 points, 3.5 rebounds, and 3.7 assists.

• 9. Washington Mystics: Serah Williams

UConn | Power Forward | 6’4″ | Senior Williams, who went from being the star of a team to playing at UConn, averages 7.2 points and 4.3 rebounds.

• 10. Indiana Fever: Madina Okot

South Carolina | Pivot | 6’6″ | Senior Okot, from Kenya, leads South Carolina in rebounds and blocks, averaging 13.3 points per game. Her defensive ability is valuable to the WNBA.

• 11. Washington Mystics: Gabriela Jaquez

UCLA | Guard | 6’0″ | Senior Jaquez averages 14.0 points, 7.8 rebounds, and 2.8 assists, with a 39.1% success rate from the three-point line.

• 12. Connecticut Sun: Iyana Martin Carrion

Spain | Base | 5’8″ Martin Carrion was named Young Player of the Year in the EuroLeague.

• 13. Atlanta Dream: Kiki Rice

UCLA | Base | 5’11” | Senior Rice averages 14.0 points, 7.2 rebounds, and 3.7 assists. Improving his three-point shot will be crucial.

• 14. Seattle Storm: Janiah Barker

Tennessee | Ala-Pivot | 6’4″ | Senior Barker, with experience at Texas A&M and UCLA, will seek consistency at Tennessee, where he averages 15.2 points and 6.5 rebounds.

• 15. Connecticut Sun: Nell Angloma

France | Guard | 5’11” Angloma averaged 17.0 points and 5.5 rebounds in the U19 Women’s World Cup.