After that, however, things get murky, in large part because a number of projected first-round picks have decided to go back to school, including Rickea Jackson (Tennessee), Charisma Osborne (UCLA), Elizabeth Kitley (Virginia Tech) and Jacy Sheldon (Ohio State). The New York Liberty and Las Vegas Aces won free agency, signing multiple superstars and forming two WNBA superteams. But this selection is still Poles . 13. Over her four years at South Carolina, Boston averaged 14.1 points, 10.8 rebounds and 2.4 blocks per game. If point guards Aari McDonald and Dana Evans go in the top six, and Onyenwere is still available, she could be the Sparks' choice at No. Indiana Fever: Jordan Lewis, G, Baylor, 26. Jonathan. This topic has 0 replies, 1 voice, and was last updated 2 hours, 19 minutes ago by JackPMiller. The fifth-year senior has helped the Huskies advance to the Sweet 16 by shooting 43.5% from behind the arc, where she has made 73 3-pointers. The Sparks need wing depth and shooting, and she provides both. Since our last mock draft, one very big name announced she won't enter the draft and will instead return for a fifth season of college: Tennessee Lady Volunteers post player Rickea Jackson. Recent Forum Topics Forums The Rams Huddle My 2023 WNBA Mock Draft. 2:23 pm ET, Latricia Trammell told CBS Sports that finding a floor spacer is a key priority, Griner to pen book about Russian detainment experience, 2023 WNBA Draft: Full results, first-round grades, 2023 WNBA Draft winners and losers: Fever hit jackpot, WNBA expands charter flight program for upcoming season, An inside look at the Wings' draft process, Aces' owner Davis denies improper payment reports, 2023 WNBA Mock Draft: Aliyah Boston goes No. She continues her march toward a second NCAA title, and there seems no doubt she can bring the same excellence and stabilizing force to the Fever. 1 pick. Los Angeles Sparks: Chelsea Dungee, SG, Arkansas. Currently playing professionally with Ragusa in Italy, she knows she will need to get stronger for the WNBA. The Sparks made a trade in February 2022 that allowed their pick to ultimately end up with the Washington Mystics at the time of the drawing. The Lynx have a solid contingent of post players, and Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve said they are really looking to the future with this pick. My Bets My Bets More More . She is averaging 18.1 PPG and has always been a dangerous scorer in college. South Carolina Gamecocks | F | 6-foot-5 | senior. Dallas Wings: Aari McDonald, PG, Arizona. She was the second overall pick by the Minnesota Lynx. Jacy Sheldon, Ohio St. Maddy Siegrist, Villanova. Taylor Mikesell has a pro-ready frame, skill set and understanding of the game. Minnesota Lynx: Reka Dombai, G, Hungary, 29. 2023 FINAL WNBA Mock Draft. Mulkey: No Griner contact since return to U.S. NaLyssa Smith claims Athletes Unlimited title, 'I can't believe that happened': The WNBA draft's most unbelievable story, From tourney stars to WNBA rookies: Aliyah Boston, Diamond Miller and Maddy Siegrist are coming to a franchise near you, How regular-season Goliaths have fared in the postseason. She can do a little bit of everything, with her ability to pass and create, score, defend and rebound. Carrington averaged 14.1 points and 4.9 rebounds for Baylor and really played well in the NCAA tournament. WNBA Draft 2022: Mock Draft Roundup Brian Martin March 27, 2022 With the 2022 WNBA Draft less than three weeks away, it's time to start marking projections on how things may play out on. As with the Kitley selection at No. Concern over Hillmon's lack of shooting range might prevent her from going higher, but her relentless rebounding and work ethic could be a boost to the Aces, who can benefit from some more depth at forward. She has the talent to turn things around in Indiana. The most impressive aspect of Millers game is her ability to grab a rebound, advance the ball and make decisions in the open floor. New York Liberty: Aleah Goodman, SG, Oregon State, 26. 2022 NFL Mock Draft: Rounds 2 and 3. Maryland Terps | guard | 6-foot-3 | senior. 1 pick. The 2023 Women's Fantasy Basketball season has officially arrived! The Wings lost their two biggest 3-point threats from last season -- Allisha Gray and Marina Mabrey -- and new head coach Latricia Trammell told CBS Sports that finding a floor spacer is a key priority. Onyenwere will have to improve her guard skills in the WNBA, but she is well aware of that and has been working on it. Seattle Storm: Raquel Carrera, PF, Spain, 24. As . That's one of the things that makes this draft so fluid even less than a month before the Indiana Fever will be on the clock with the first pick. Watch more top videos, highlights, and B/R original content, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. It's hard to be sure which direction Dallas will go with this pick, but her long-range accuracy and size should help Lopez Senechal. Boston is a pro-ready post player who should be able to immediately elevate the Fever on both ends of the court. The Indiana Fever could go in a number of different directions with this pick. Kitley's production is machine-like: She's averaging 18.3 PPG, 11.1 RPG and 2.1 blocks per game this season, similar to her numbers over the last two years. Las Vegas Aces: Destiny Slocum, PG, Arkansas, 15. Burrell could give them more size and depth at wing. WNBA Draft 2022: Mock Draft Roundup #2 Brian Martin April 8, 2022 There have been a few significant developments since we launched our first Mock Draft Roundup on March 27. Jackson is putting up the most efficient numbers of her NCAA career this season, shooting 55.2 percent from the field and leading Tennessee with 19.6 points per game. The 2023 WNBA Draft will take place on April 10 at 7:00 p.m. EST. The Wings (three picks), Fever (two), Dream (two) and Lynx (two) have nine of the 12 picks, while the Aces, Liberty, Mercury, Sky and Sun do not have a selection. Nearly four months since our first mock draft, here are my projections for every first-round pick in Aprils WNBA draft. Here is SB Nation's official 2023 WNBA mock draft, including predictions and analysis for all three rounds and all 36 draft picks. Because of injuries, Sabally played just 47 career games with the Ducks, averaging 14.2 PPG and 7.5 RPG. Dallas Wings (via Sky and Fever): Laeticia Amihere, F, South Carolina, 12. Playing alongside the likes of Elena Delle Donne and for coach Mike Thibault will help with that. With good speed at her size and ability to finish at the rim or pull up, she is a versatile offensive threat who has made 102 3-pointers in her Terps career. Indiana Fever. But Jones is more of an elite playmaker and less of a 3-point shooter than Powell. The Fever are still putting together what kind of team they will be in coach Marianne Stanley's second season. (1:15). Voepel. Cartelli: 2022 NFL Mock Draft. There are a lot of signs pointing to Siegrist here. Austin averaged 15.2 PPG and 9.0 RPG this season. 1 overall pick in the 2023 WNBA Draft. She is also having her most efficient scoring season for Tennessee, shooting 43.6 percent from the field. Florida Gulf Coast | guard | 6-foot-1 | junior. The Carolina Panthers more than likely will take a quarterback with the No. She is averaging a double-double (14.4 PPG, 10.2 RPG) and as is the case with most UConn post players, she passes well. Madi Williams was a consistent performer across her five years at Oklahoma. Free agency shifted the WNBA landscape in the past couple of months. But South Carolina post player Aliyah Boston is likely an even surer bet to hear her name called first on draft night. 1 pick is almost certainly going to be Victor Wembanyama, but there's a chance that pick could be traded. Phoenix Mercury: Natalie Kucowski, PF, Lafayette, 33. Las Vegas Aces: Khayla Pointer, G, LSU, 24. The Fever winning the 2023 draft lottery felt like, well, winning the lottery for fans of the franchise. Villanova Wildcats | forward | 6-foot-2 | senior. The Dallas Wings hold the top two picks and four total in the first round. So there is no guarantee the players in this mock draft will make themselves eligible for the 2023 draft. 27-29 festivities in Kansas City. Kyle gives his final 2023 WNBA Mock Draft prior to draft night. The 6-1 grad student has been forced to step up as UConn dealt with injuries to several key players throughout the season, and she has responded, helping the Huskies capture the Big East tournament championship this week. Jackson is tough to defend off the dribble, with a quick first step and a great combination of body control and size to finish in the paint. If Siegrist is off the board, it will be interesting to see which direction the Mystics go. Answer questions on where the future stars of the WNBA will end up on draft night for a chance at $5,000. It's harder for second-round picks, and harder still for those in the third round. The Huskies being shorthanded has been the theme of their season. In just 13 games with Iowa State and at the Division I level, Soares averaged 14.4 points and 9.9 rebounds per game while shooting 54.4 percent from the field and 30.6 percent from the perimeter. Amihere never put up big numbers at South Carolina, but she was willing and able to adapt to whatever the Gamecocks needed from her. The Los Angeles Sparks need a scoring wing who can stretch the floor and be a perimeter threat. She finished her senior season averaging 21.3 points, 6.0 rebounds and 5.2 assists. If she's still available, she might be a reason why the Sparks made Wednesday's trade. 1 overall pick has traded hands. Mark your calendars The 2023 WNBA Draft presented by. The 2024 WNBA Draft will take place in April of 2024. Formerly projected as a lottery pick, she might fall to the middle of the first round in part because she doesn't have a 3-point shot, and scouts aren't sure she will develop one. 2 in draft projections. 1, it makes sense for her to move to the pro level. Dallas has a new coach in Latricia Trammell who is known for defense but can appreciate how elite an offensive player Siegrist is. WNBA mock draft: Fever win lottery, all eyes on South Carolina's Boston as No. Stay on current site or go to US version. Jackson could use her fifth year of NCAA eligibility next season, but if she were to declare for this years draft, Dallas would be hard-pressed to pass over her all-around talent and potential at No. The Mystics also get the No. The 2023 WNBA (Women's National Basketball Association) Draft, the WNBA's draft for the 2023 WNBA season and 28th draft in WNBA history, was held following the 2022-23 NCAA Division I women's basketball season.The 2023 draft took place at Spring Studios New York on April 10, 2023. The Dream are under new management -- owners, general manager and coach all coming in last year -- after missing the playoffs four of the past five seasons. Finding a way to effectively utilize Boston and 2022 No. 9, Seattle wont want to miss out on adding a player of her talent to its retooling roster. With the NCAA Tournament right around the corner and the WNBA season coming into focus, it's time to update our 2023 WNBA mock draft. At 6-foot-2 with 284 career 3-pointers, she has a chance to be a really difficult matchup with her size on the perimeter. Berger is as steady as they come at the guard spot and has elevated her play in the biggest moments this season. Those four all slipped to the second round of their respective drafts and have carved out regular roles in the league. Wilton Jackson Apr 12, 2022 The 2022 WNBA draft is in the books. The Fever want strong defensive players, and she has the ability to contribute there, too. ET, ESPN/ESPN App) continues, the biggest question isn't focused on which player might be selected first. (David Berding/Getty Images), Rickea Jackson (Calvin Mattheis/USA TODAY Sports), Stephanie Soares (David Butler II/USA TODAY Sports), Taylor Mikesell (Joseph Scheller/The Columbus Dispatch/USA TODAY Sports). But it might not matter: She has a great motor, can guard a variety of players and tends to make things happen on the court. Still, the three-point shooting is a clear concern when her size means she'll be utilized mostly on the wing. Posts. She finished her senior season averaging 17.3 points and 8.8 rebounds, but she shot just 26% from behind the arc, which is something she will need to improve. While Indianas roster looks a bit guard-heavy at first glance, Berger would bring a unique skill set with her mid-range efficiency and her ability to play on or off the ball and rebound from the guard spot. The New York Liberty and Las Vegas Aces won free agency, signing multiple superstars and forming two WNBA superteams. 1 to Fever, Brady acquires ownership stake in WNBA's Aces, Ionescu card sets new WNBA record for highest price, Griner signs one year deal to return to Mercury. Williams struggled against South Carolina's defense in the national championship game -- going 1-of-7 from the field for two points -- but she averaged 14.2 PPG this season and might find her best days ahead as a professional. 1 pick, WNBA draft grades: Fever, Lynx score top marks, Stars react to the WNBA draft's top picks, How No. A second-half surge sends South Carolina past South Florida, 76-45, led by Zia Cooke's 21 points and Aliyah Boston's double-double, securing a spot in the Sweet 16. She is at her best when she can play alongside other aggressive, shot-creating guards. The 6-2 guard leads the nation in scoring, with 28.9 points per game on 51.8 percent shooting from the field. The Gamecocks and Virginia Tech Hokies are the two No. Jones is a multidimensional playmaker whose size and skill set make her intriguing. She also made 112 3-pointers, shooting 41.1% from behind the arc. Some talented players are using their additional year of eligibility and staying in college . Her experience and on-court leadership would be welcome on the Fevers young, rebuilding roster. 1 overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft and mock draft experts seem to be split over whether they'll take Alabama Bryce Young or Ohio State 's CJ Stroud. Madi Williams shows off vision with nice dish vs. Iowa State Cyclones, Oklahoma Sooners | forward | 6-foot-0 | senior. Stanford Cardinal | G | 6-foot-1 | senior. The Sparks have the 10th, 14th, and 26th picks in Monday's draft, which will be start at 4 p.m. in New York City and air live on ESPN. Most players have said publicly they will make that decision after their college seasons. She is also averaging 9.3 rebounds, and has been a consistent force for the Wildcats since her freshman season. Thankfully for the Indiana Fever, South Carolina's Aliyah Boston wasn't one of those players. Soares is perhaps the trickiest prospect to project -- both in terms of where she'll be picked and her chances of succeeding at the next level. But we'll soon find out which players might get the best chance, and where. Villanova Wildcats | F | 6-foot-2 | senior. Once you get past the first few picks of the draft, the odds of getting an All-WNBA talent decrease dramatically. Los Angeles Sparks: Queen Egbo, C, Baylor, 20. Diamond Miller fights her way through contact to finish an and-1 layup and flexes on her defender. 1 because they were comfortable with any of the top three projected players. She showcased that during the SEC tournament last week, averaging 19 points and 8.7 rebounds across three games. Since our previous mock in November after the Indiana Fever won the draft lottery, we've had plenty of time to see how women's college basketball players have developed this season. She is a major threat when going downhill. Going into the NCAA tournament, Diamond Miller had already emerged as the consensus choice to be the second player off the board behind Boston. But perhaps Mack has some Howard-like qualities. Joens surprised everyone by returning to school for a fifth season at Iowa State, where she won Big 12 Player of the Year. WNBA Draft 2023 first round order. She's not going to play this season, and that may actually make her a great fit for Dallas, who has three first-round picks and could be facing a roster crunch. Horston has helped the Lady Vols reach the Sweet 16, and she has a heck of a motor. Siegrist moves up the draft board in part because her numbers keep getting bigger: She leads Division I basketball in scoring (29.4 PPG) while shooting 53.8% from the field and averages 9.3. The Liberty won the top pick through the league's draft lottery back on December 4. Texas junior Charli Collier remains. Beal fits that bill perfectly. Dallas Wings: Joanne Allen-Taylor, G, Texas, 32. Diamond Miller makes a nice steal, then finishes the play with a transition and-1 layup. 1 pick. ESPN will televise the event. Out latest NBA Mock Draft presents a wild lottery outcome with the Mavs benefitting from their obvious tank. Indiana Fever: N'dea Jones, PF, Texas A&M, 32. FanSided 6 days 2023 WNBA Draft tracker: Every first-round pick, trade and move. It came at a perfect time, as they'll be able to select Boston, one of the best prospects to enter the league in years. -. Behind-the-scenes look into draft day with University of Maryland guard Diamond Miller. Check out wnbanation.com Follow us on TikTok, Twitter, & Facebook Watch the show live on Twitch Join our live watch parties Playback Watch clips of the show on YouTube Get Merc. First up is the WNBA Draft on Thursday, April 15 at 7 PM/ET on ESPN. The Wings have good size inside at center and power forward, with Arike Ogunbowale leading their guard corps. 13. Aliyah Boston, the reigning NCAA national player of the year, is the only first-round pick we have from No. "She's going to struggle to guard somebody at the next level.". 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Atlanta, which had the No. Indiana Fever: Aliyah Boston, F, South Carolina, 2. Atlanta Dream. She would give Dallas a big wing to go along with the team's other offensive talents. 1:38 pm, April 29. 1. The Wings officially own four of the first twelve selections at this time. "It's really difficult to see her being a high-minutes player," one WNBA general manager said to The Athletic. The 2023 WNBA (Women's National Basketball Association) Draft, the WNBA's draft for the 2023 WNBA season and 28th draft in WNBA history, was held following the 202223 NCAA Division I women's basketball season. She finished in the 82nd percentile or better in assist percentage in each of the last three seasons, per Her Hoop Stats. Maddy Siegrist shines with 31 points as Villanova beats FGCU to advance to the Sweet 16. The depth tends to fall off rather quickly in the WNBA draft, but the savvy general managers will be able to find the next Naz Hillmon, DiJonai Carrington, Sophie Cunningham or Marina Mabrey on Monday night. ESPN Daily: WNBA Draft Preview with Alexa Philippou, Wings trading the No. The Hoosiers' upset loss in the second round was heartbreaking for Berger, who helped transform Indiana's program. is at least 4 years removed from high school graduation. LA Sparks. Her 13.3 points on 60 percent shooting from the field and 9.7 rebounds per game are impressive considering teams are focusing their defensive game plans on stopping her. Stay on current site or go to US version. Declared or appear to be declaring. Virginia Tech Hokies | C | 6-foot-6 | senior. Tennessee | guard/forward | 6-foot-1 | senior. Indiana Fever: Aliyah Boston, C 2022-23 season (South Carolina): 13.3 PPG, 9.7 RPG, 2.0 BPG, 59.6 2P% The first two. Las Vegas Aces: Micaela Kelly, PG, Central Michigan, WNBA mock draft: Sparks-Wings trade shakes up first round, WNBA draft grades: Fever, Lynx score top marks, Stars react to the WNBA draft's top picks, How No. WNBA mock draft 2022, version 2.0 - Washington Mystics secure No. Kuier is just 19, so she is scratching the surface of her talent. Las Vegas Aces: Natasha Mack, PF, Oklahoma State. This is especially true given the number of available roster spots on their . Jones downside is her perimeter shooting, with the 6-1 guard having made only three 3-pointers all season and shooting under 10 percent from deep. At 6-foot-3 she has guard skills and athleticism in a forward's body, and boasts the most upside of anyone in this class outside of Boston. (2) 2/09/2021 - DAL received CHI 2nd rd pick in 2021 2nd rd pick . Language links are at the top of the page across from the title. Her stock has only risen with her performances late in the season, including a 26-point double-double to lead the Vols over LSU in the SEC tournament semifinal. Less than a week before the 2022 WNBA draft, the No. Her constant energy, ability to disrupt the passing lanes and defensive grit should make her appealing to Fever general manager Dunn, who wants better defense. But she does other things well enough that improving on her 3-point shooting might come once she is a pro. She has been a points machine for the Wildcats. Still, the 6'1" forward was the leading scorer (29.2 points) in Division I while playing in a power conference. That didn't stop Brown from scoring 17.5 points per game and shooting 51.3 percent overall. Washington Mystics: Veronica Burton, G, Northwestern, 15. Now, the Fever have the opportunity to find a potentially transcendent star, one they've lacked since the retirement of Tamika Catchings. ET, ESPN/ESPN App) continues, the biggest question isn't focused on which player might be selected first. ESPN Daily: WNBA Draft Preview with Alexa Philippou. Home . 6) . Iowa State Cyclones | F/G | 6-foot-1 | senior. She leads the Big 12 in scoring at 20.1 PPG and is tied for second in rebounding at 9.1 RPG. Maybe the playmaking and rebounding don't translate in the pros, but they're two traits that suit any complementary piece well in the WNBA. Barring any trades, here is my projection for every team's first-round pick heading into the 2023 . Born and currently residing outside the U.S. Never "exercised intercollegiate basketball eligibility" in the U.S. Washington acquired 2022 first- and second-round picks (3rd and 14th overall), and option to swap its own 2023 first-round pick with the 2023 first-round pick Atlanta acquired from Los Angeles, Dallas acquired the rights to Stephanie Soares, Washington acquired 2024 second-round and 2025 first-round picks (via Atlanta), Indiana acquired two 2022 first-round picks (4th and 6th) and a, Vegas acquired a 2022 first- and second-round picks (8th and 13th overall), This page was last edited on 18 April 2023, at 00:33. International players. The four balls are then placed back into the machine and the process is repeated to determine the second pick. Here is where we stand with the top selections in the upcoming WNBA draft. For this draft, the cutoff birth date is December 31, 2001. received a bachelor's degree, or is scheduled to receive such in the 3 months following the draft; or. 3. Appear to be returning to college. The 2023 draft took place at Spring Studios New York on April 10, 2023. The combination of that, the limited jobs open in the 12-team WNBA and the potential for NIL compensation changed the personnel available in this draft. Trades involving 2022 draft picks. Follow Rachel on Twitter @RachGall. Kitley will need to get stronger as a defensive player, but she has shown improvement there with the Hokies and would add needed size to the Dream. Lou Lopez Snchal made the jump from Fairfield to UConn this season and has thrived in the high-pressure atmosphere. Oregon | center/forward | 6-foot-5 | redshirt junior. But Sparks coach Curt Miller tends to make the most of players' strengths. But at least on Monday night, they all can experience the excitement of being drafted. . Here's a rundown of all the names you need to know, including projected first-round picks, ahead of Monday . But we know what Dungee can bring: Her 22.3 PPG this season shows that she could be a real threat in the open floor as a pro. On the NCAA side, a number of top-ranked teams have dealt with injuries to key players, but there is plenty of pro-ready talent on the board for 2023. Elizabeth Kitley could help strengthen that position immediately with her skill and efficiency around the basket. If Dallas feels that her speed, defense and the chip-on-the-shoulder attitude she plays with are strong enough points in her favor, the Wings might select her. - For projected top pick Charli Collier, determination is a family trait But she's an adept playmaker, energetic defender, elite jump shooter and physically very strong. 27 overall. Minnesota Lynx: Maya Dodson, F, Notre Dame, 23. She can initiate offense as a point-forward, averaging a career-best 4.1 assists per game this season, and when she gets downhill in the open floor, her decision-making is elite. Our draft expert takes aim at every pick, from No.. And when she can run off actions and get to her spots, she is one of the most efficient shooters in the country. Maryland Terrapins | G | 6-foot-3 | senior. The Liberty selected Sabrina Ionescu with the first pick last season, but they could take another point guard this year. It capped off an outstanding senior campaign in which she averaged 19.7 points, 6.4 rebounds and 2.9 assists over 34 games. 3 and No. SB Nation mock draft and six spots ahead of ESPN's mock draft. She finished with a program-best 311 3-pointers in her college career. ", Like Collier, Kuier is 6-foot-5 with the ability to score in many ways and grew up modeling her game after two-time WNBA MVP Candace Parker. She's a tweener size-wise, which is always a challenge in the WNBA. "International players" are defined as those for whom all of the following is true: For "international players", the eligibility age is 20, also measured on December 31 of the year of the draft. The Final Four of the 2023 women's NCAA tournament is set. The Liberty went for a center in free agency, getting Stefanie Dolson, 30, who is coming off a championship season with Chicago. In addition to the broadcast of the draft, there was a "WNBA Draft Preview Show" on April 8 hosted LaChina Robinson with analyst Rebecca Lobo. WNBA GMs expect Soares to have a long pro future ahead of her, even if she is granted a waiver for an extra year of NCAA eligibility. It seems a long shot. Does Dallas opt for a point guard here, and if so, which one? While her 3-point shooting percentage is down to 21 percent this season, she is capable of perimeter range, having shot over 30 percent during her NCAA career. She averaged 11.9 PPG and 9.4 RPG and plays bigger than 6-1. Phoenix Mercury: Ameshya Williams-Holliday, C, Jackson State, 27. That includes her 3-point shot. Like Chicago, Seattle has been hurt by free agency with Breanna Stewart's departure to New York, and Juhsz might boost the Storm inside. It's going to be very difficult for a large number of Thursday's draft picks to make a WNBA roster. Tennessee Lady Vols | forward | 6-foot-2 | senior. 1. Beyond that, there's little in the way of sure things. . Howard finished the season averaging 20.5 PPG and 7.4 RPG. As the countdown to Thursday's 2021 WNBA draft (7 p.m. (1) 2/05/2021 - MIN received WAS 3rd rd pick in Erica McCall pick. Rickea Jacksons ceiling is sky-high given her athleticism and scoring mentality. There's been some surprising movement since the last mock draft was released. But it seems like bringing in the 6-foot-2 Davis, who is a multidimensional scorer and good defender, could be a benefit to the Fever. & M, 32 draft and six spots ahead of ESPN & # x27 ; s mock draft the! 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