The Dallas Wings and the WNBA Draft: Who are the future stars?
The Dallas Wings once again have the first pick in the WNBA draft. League history suggests that two consecutive top picks can be a big boost for a franchise. Sunday’s draft held no surprises, as the top five teams maintained their positions.
In the mock draft prior to the draft, Awa Fam, a Spanish player, was projected as number 1. However, after Azzi Fudd’s shooting exhibition at the Hall of Fame Women’s Showcase, attention is focused on the UConn guard.
Paige Bueckers and Azzi Fudd, teammates and friends, could be the foundation to bring the Wings back to the playoffs.
WNBA labor negotiations are ongoing, and before the April draft, there will be more information about each team’s composition. For now, this is the latest mock draft.
WNBA Mock Draft
1. Dallas Wings: Azzi Fudd
UConn | guard | 1.70 meters | senior
In victories over Michigan and Utah, Fudd scored 55 points with 58.1% effectiveness. In the season, he averages 21.0 points per game with 51.1% field goal shooting and 54.8% from the three-point line. Despite injuries, Fudd is an outstanding offensive player who will be highly valued.UConn’s Azzi Fudd has been projected as a lottery pick. After Sunday’s draw, she rose to number 1.
2. Minnesota Lynx: Awa Fam
Spain | pivot | 1.93 meters
Fam’s agent said that competing in the WNBA is her “top priority” for 2026. She currently plays in Valencia and will turn 20 in June. Her potential is high, and the Lynx could give her time to develop.
3. Seattle Storm: Olivia Miles
TCU | base | 1.77 meters | senior
Miles, transferred from Notre Dame, averages 18.3 points, 6.7 rebounds, and 7.5 assists and appears to be the best point guard among college seniors. She could be a key figure for the future of the Storm.0:21 Olivia Miles with 2 Pt, 11/23/2025
4. Washington Mystics: Lauren Betts
UCLA | center | 2.00 meters | senior
Betts was number 1 in the mock draft in October. With an average of 15.7 points, 7.5 rebounds and 2.2 blocks, her talent is undeniable. She could join the young stars of the Mystics.
5. Chicago Sky: Flau’jae Johnson
LSU | guard | 1.77 meters | senior
Johnson averages 17.3 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 3.7 assists for LSU. He has already proven his worth in the SEC.
6. Toronto Tempo: Ta’Niya Latson
South Carolina | guard | 1.72 meters | senior
Latson led Division I in scoring with 25.2 points per game last season. Now, in a more balanced attack, he averages 18.2 points and has a 54.5% three-point shooting percentage.
7. Portland Fire: Cotie McMahon
Ole Miss | forward | 1.82 meters | senior
After three years at Ohio State, he is now at Ole Miss, averaging 17.5 points and 6.5 rebounds. Defensive improvement will be key for McMahon.
8. Golden State Valkyries: Gianna Kneepkens
UCLA | guard | 1.80 meters | senior
Kneepkens stands out for his three-point shots. He currently has a 36.7% effectiveness, and averages 12.7 points, 3.5 rebounds and 3.7 assists.1:17 Southern Jaguars vs. UCLA Bruins: Game Highlights
9. Washington Mystics: Serah Williams
UConn | power forward | 1.93 meters | senior
Williams went from being the star of a team with a 13-17 record to playing at UConn. He averages 7.2 points and 4.3 rebounds.
10. Indiana Fever: Madina Okot
South Carolina | pivot | 1.98 meters | senior
Okot, from Kenya, leads South Carolina in rebounds and blocks, averaging 13.3 points. There’s a place for traditional centers in the WNBA, especially if they defend well.
11. Washington Mystics: Gabriela Jaquez
UCLA | guard | 1.82 meters | senior
Jaquez averages 14.0 points, 7.8 rebounds, and 2.8 assists. His improvement in three-point shooting will be key.
12. Connecticut Sun: Iyana Martin Carrion
Spain | base | 1.72 meters
She was named Young Player of the Year in her EuroLeague debut. Teammate of Fam in the Spanish national team, she helped her team reach the EuroBasket final.
13. Atlanta Dream: Kiki Rice
UCLA | base | 1.80 meters | senior
Rice averages 14.0 points, 7.2 rebounds and 3.7 assists. The improvement in three-point shooting will be beneficial.
14. Seattle Storm: Janiah Barker
Tennessee | power forward | 1.93 meters | senior
Barker has played at Texas A&M and UCLA. Her skill for her size has interested WNBA evaluators, but she will need to show consistency.
15. Connecticut Sun: Nell Angloma
France | forward | 1.80 meters
The Sun’s coach, Rachid Meziane, knows Angloma, who plays for Basket Lattes Montpellier Agglomeration. She averaged 17.0 points and 5.5 rebounds in the U19 Women’s World Cup.
