Women's basketball analysts remain divided over the top 2026 WNBA Draft selection, as WNBA mock drafts gear up for the Dallas Wings' second consecutive No. 1 pick.
The Wings face a crucial decision between 19-year-old Spanish center Awa Fam or a skilled guard to complement 2025 top pick Paige Bueckers. Bleacher Report and The Sporting News both predict that Dallas will take Fam, citing her rare combination of size, skill, and athleticism at such a young age.
Two playoff teams from 2025 — Minnesota and Seattle — own lottery picks due to previous trades. Both franchises can make strategic roster additions without rebuilding pressure.
TCU point guard Olivia Miles holds strong second-pick projections across major WNBA mock draft boards. The 23-year-old transfer could bring elite passing skills and improved 3-point shooting to strengthen Minnesota's aging backcourt.
UConn's Azzi Fudd lands at No. 3 in most projections despite struggling in the Huskies' Final Four upset. The sharpshooting guard remains one of the draft's premier floor-spacing options for lottery team Seattle.
UCLA's NCAA championship run also boosted its seniors into first-round consideration. Bleacher Report moved Most Outstanding Player Lauren Betts to Washington's No. 4 pick, while The Sporting News sees the Mystics selecting Bruins point guard Kiki Rice instead.
Guards Gabriela Jaquez and Gianna Kneepkens also drew first-round projections after UCLA's dominant tournament performance. Bleacher Report lists six total Bruins on its 2026 WNBA mock draft tally, potentially rivaling South Carolina's 2023 record.
LSU's Flau'jae Johnson remains a mock draft favorite despite inconsistent senior production, with analysts predicting the athletic wing to land between No. 5 and No. 6.
How to Watch the 2026 WNBA Draft
The 2026 WNBA Draft takes place on April 13th, live on ESPN.
