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Published on Feb. 24, 2026
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The 2026 WNBA draft is scheduled for April 13 and the biggest question is who the Dallas Wings will pick at No. 1. Ongoing CBA negotiations have impacted WNBA free agency and expansion drafts for the Portland Fire and Toronto Tempo. USA TODAY’s latest 2026 WNBA mock draft includes prospects like Spain center Awa Fam, UConn’s Azzi Fudd, and LSU’s Flau’jae Johnson.
Why it matters
The WNBA draft is a highly anticipated event that shapes the future of the league. This mock draft provides insights into how top prospects could be selected and how teams might address their needs through the draft.
The details
The mock draft includes several top prospects, including Spain center Awa Fam, who could be a good fit for the Dallas Wings, and UConn’s Azzi Fudd, who could provide shooting and defense for the Minnesota Lynx. LSU’s Flau’jae Johnson is projected to be a top-5 pick, and the Chicago Sky could look to reunite her with former LSU teammates Angel Reese and Hailey Van Lith.
The 2026 WNBA draft is scheduled for April 13.Ongoing CBA negotiations have impacted WNBA free agency and expansion drafts for the Portland Fire and Toronto Tempo.
The players
Awa Fam
A 6-foot-6 center from Spain who has the potential to provide a one-two punch with the Dallas Wings’ Paige Bueckers and Dominque Malonga.
Azzi Fudd
A guard from UConn who has been hovering around 50-40-90 shooting percentages this season and could be a good fit for the Minnesota Lynx.
Flau’jae Johnson
A guard from LSU who is the leading scorer for her team and its top defender, and could be a good fit for the Chicago Sky, potentially reuniting with former LSU teammates Angel Reese and Hailey Van Lith.
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What’s next
The order in which the Toronto Tempo and Portland Fire will pick has yet to be determined due to ongoing collective bargaining agreement negotiations. It is expected to be decided by a coin flip at a later date.
The takeaway
The 2026 WNBA draft is shaping up to be an exciting event, with a mix of top prospects from various colleges and international players. Teams will be looking to address their needs through the draft, and the potential reunions of former college teammates could add an extra layer of intrigue.
