THE 2026 WNBA Draft is scheduled for April 13 and the biggest question is pretty obvious: Who will be the Dallas Wings choose at number 1?
ABC negotiations underway impacted the WNBA’s free agency and expansion plans for the Portland Fire and Toronto Tempo. With no new collective bargaining agreement, many variables come into play when trying to predict what teams will do when the draft rolls around.
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There is a lot of talent to evaluate and monitor, including those who WNBA Draft Stock Is Rising. From central Spain Awa Fam to LSU’s Flau’jae Johnsonlet’s see where the prospects might land.
Here is the latest 2026 WNBA Mock Draft from USA TODAY*:
*The order in which the Toronto Tempo and Portland Fire will pick has not yet been determined due to negotiations of collective agreements. This decision should be made later by drawing lots.
1. Dallas Wings: Awa Fam, C, Spain
During Unrivaled’s offseason, Wings guard Paige Bueckers and Storm center Dominque Malonga provided a model that Dallas could replicate. The double of Bueckers and Malonga worked well, especially with the passing and goal opportunities after the entry. At 6-foot-6, Fam could have the potential to replicate this same build. Fam is light and practically floats on the ground, moving well in traffic. She also brings three-tier scoring that Dallas could use to compete with the league’s most dynamic post players.
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2. Minnesota Lynx: Azzi Fudd, G, UConn
Fudd is hovering around 50-40-90 (making 50% of his field goals, 40% from 3 and 90% from the free throw line) this season. His ability to score effectively all over the field could be attractive to Minnesota. While the Lynx could use a post player, the franchise also needs shooting behind guard Kayla McBride, should she return in free agency. Fudd is an immediate plug-and-play guard who not only brings offense, but is also a willing defender that head coach Cheryl Reeve could mold.
3. Seattle Storm: Olivia Miles, G, TCU
There’s no doubt that Miles is the best passer in this year’s draft class, but she’s also become a scoring machine this season. The 5-foot-10 guard is averaging a career-high 20.2 points per game on 50.5 percent shooting. In a February 12 game against Baylor, Miles made 10 3-pointers and finished with 40 points. The Horned Frogs guard also leads the nation in triple-doubles with four.
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4. Washington Mystics: Lauren Betts, C, UCLA
Although Betts is known for her dominant scoring and prowess on the glass, it is her playmaking abilities that have improved this season. Her assists are up to a career-high 3.1 per game, and she sees the court much better out of the post. Betts often draws double and even triple teams, and she cleverly discovers ways to gain points by quickly finding open teammates.
5. Chicago Sky: Flau’jae Johnson, G, LSU
As LSU’s leading scorer and the team’s best defender, Johnson does it all. As a two-man player, his skills could be coveted by a franchise like Chicago that needs extra shooting and perimeter defenders. Johnson’s energy on the court is unmatched and comes alive in late-game situations. It’s possible the Sky plans to reunite Johnson with his former LSU teammates Angel Reese and Hailey Van Lith and see if their on-court chemistry can be developed further at the professional level.
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6. Toronto Tempo/Portland Fire: Gabriela Jaquez, G, UCLA
Jacquez continues to be a glue player for UCLA, and that has helped him move up the draft ladder. The Bruins guard is a connector in every sense of the word, often helping the UCLA offense run seamlessly with timely cuts, shots and passes. She improved her shooting and footwork in the offseason. Jacquez is shooting a career-best 55.5% from the field and 42% from the 3-point line. Portland or Toronto could thrive with Jaquez in the lineup.
7. Portland Fire/Toronto Tempo: Gianna Kneepkens, G, UCLA
Kneepkens shoots 45% from distance and Portland or Toronto could lean on that skill early on. The Bruins guard is always ready to play, and their catch-and-shoot skills are among the best in the country. Kneepkens has a quick release that often catches opposing defenders off guard, making her a prime candidate for breakout play at any time. In addition, his death is very clear and we don’t talk about it enough. It’s an additional skill set she could build on at the next level.
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8. Golden State Valkyries: Ta’Niya Latson, G, South Carolina
The Florida State transfer has missed five games this season due to various injuries, including a knee issue. Yet with Latson in the lineup, South Carolina is a different team. She has quick momentum and gets downhill quickly, proving an extra spark offensively with 15.1 points per game. His defensive pressure allows him to cause disorder, especially in transition. She’s a very patient defender who rarely plays, and that’s something Golden State, which had a top-three defensive rating (99.8) last season, should love.
9. Washington Mystics: Kiki Rice, G, UCLA
Rice has increased his stock by becoming one of the best options for the Bruins, averaging 15.5 points per game. She hits shots in different ways, whether driving to the basket, dribbling or in a catch-and-shoot rhythm. The 5-foot-11 guard could replace Georgia Amoore or provide additional depth for a young Washington team. Rice is shooting nearly 42 percent this season from 3-point range, and that can only help the Mystics, who love to punish their opponents from the perimeter.
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10. Indiana Fever: Madina Okot, C, South Carolina
It remains unclear whether Okot will actually declare for the WNBA Draft this season. If she does, she could find a landing spot behind another South Carolina product, Fever center Aliyah Boston. The 6-foot-6 center is a walking double-double and her glass-cleaning ability could help an Indiana team ranked ninth in the WNBA in rebounds per game (33.4). If the Fever can help Okot finish faster at the rim, she could be a gem in Indiana’s system.
11. Washington Mystics: Ashlon Jackson, G, Duke
Jackson is a known 3-point specialist, but her catch-all skills highlight her game. The senior guard isn’t afraid to break the glass in critical moments, send an assist to a teammate or unleash a stifling defense when Duke needs it most. During the Blue Devils’ current 16-game winning streak, Jackson has scored in double figures 10 times and has seven games with six or more assists. She could be a good depth piece for the Mystics, who ranked 11th in points per game (77.1) last season and last in the league in 3-pointers made (5.6).
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12. Connecticut Sun: Cotie McMahon, F, Ole Miss
McMahon does everything for Ole Miss and has leaned into playing multiple positions this season. She’s an absolute terror downhill, and few teams can stop her once her feet hit the paint. The 6-foot senior is excellent at quickly reading the court and attacking weaknesses in opposing defenses, which could help her at the next level. As a defender, she may need time to develop once she reaches the WNBA, but her offense could be what helps her get top minutes.
13. Atlanta Dream: Raven Johnson, G, South Carolina
Johnson is having a career year under head coach Dawn Staley, and that might just be enough for first-round consideration. Staley trusted Johnson to not only run the offense, but leaned on her in late-game situations, signaling the guard’s growth. At 10.2 points per game, she is not a prolific scorer, but she is efficient on the court (48.8%) and a solid facilitator (5.4 assists per game). Additionally, Johnson’s lockdown defense, his best asset, could be what helps him earn minutes in his first year as a pro.
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14. Seattle Storm: Marta Suarez, F, TCU
Whether in matches or training, Suarez wants to score. This season, she has career highs in points per game (16.2) and shooting percentage (48%). The Cal transfer, who has thrived on 3-point shooting, is also draining a career-high 36% shooting from behind the line. Suarez is a versatile player who can pass, defend and score in difficult situations.
15. Connecticut Sun: Tonie Morgan, G, Kentucky
This season, Morgan’s production and leadership have helped elevate the Wildcats into the top 10. The Kentucky guard has excellent body control and footwork, not to mention impeccable patience and vision. She’s a willing passer, whose 8.4 assists per game lead the country. Morgan is also shooting a career-high 40 percent from beyond the arc, which could help position her as a WNBA draft prospect, elevating her to the first round.
This article was originally published on USA TODAY: 2026 WNBA Mock Draft: Could Flau’jae Johnson reunite with Angel Reese?
