The WNBA Draft 2024 was a night filled with excitement, anticipation, and dreams coming true for many young athletes. With the Indiana Fever holding the coveted No. 1 overall pick, all eyes were on who they would select to kick off the draft.
WNBA Draft 2024: First-Round Grades and Highlights
No. 1 Overall Pick: Caitlin Clark to Indiana Fever
The Indiana Fever made a bold move by selecting Caitlin Clark with the first overall pick. Clark, known for her scoring prowess and playmaking ability, was a standout player in college and is expected to make an immediate impact in the WNBA. The Fever’s decision to draft Clark earned them high marks, setting the tone for their rebuild.
No. 2 Overall Pick: Cameron Brink to Los Angeles Sparks
As expected, the Sparks used their first lottery pick on Naismith Defensive Player of the Year Cameron Brink. The 6-foot-4 Stanford product led the country in blocks this season at 3.7 per game, and has the length, mobility, and instincts to be a defensive star in the WNBA.
No. 3 to No. 12 Overall Picks
The first round continued with teams making strategic picks to strengthen their lineups.
No. 3 overall pick
Chicago Sky: Kamilla Cardoso — C, South Carolina
No. 4 overall pick
Los Angeles Sparks: Rickea Jackson — F, Tennessee
No. 5 overall pick
Dallas Wings: Jacy Sheldon — G, Ohio State
No. 6 overall pick
Washington Mystics: Aaliyah Edwards — F, UConn
No. 7 overall pick
Chicago Sky: Angel Reese — F/C, LSU
No. 8 overall pick
Minnesota Lynx: Alissa Pili — F, Utah
No. 9 overall pick
Dallas Wings: Carla Leite — G, France
No. 10 overall pick
Connecticut Sun: Leila Lacan — G, France
No. 11 overall pick
New York Liberty: Marquesha Davis — F, Ole Miss
No. 12 overall pick
Atlanta Dream: Nyadiew Puoch — F, Australia
Teams were looking for players who could contribute immediately and make a difference on both ends of the floor.
WNBA Draft 2024: Second and Third Round Results
13. Chicago Sky: Brynna Maxwell — G, Gonzaga
14. Seattle Storm: Nika Muhl — G, UConn
15. Indiana Fever: Celeste Taylor — G, Ohio State
16. Las Vegas Aces: Dyaisha Fair — G, Syracuse
17. New York Liberty: Esmery Martinez — F, Arizona
18. Las Vegas Aces: Kate Martin — F, Iowa
19. Connecticut Sun: Taiyanna Jackson — C, Kansas
20. Atlanta Dream: Isobel Borlase — G, Australia
21. Washington Mystics: Kaylynne Truong — G, Gonzaga
22. Connecticut Sun: Helena Pueyo — G, Arizona
23. New York Liberty: Jessika Carter — C, Mississippi State
24. Las Vegas Aces: Elizabeth Kitley — C, Virginia Tech
WNBA Draft 2024: Third round results
25. Phoenix Mercury: Charisma Osborne — G, UCLA
26. Seattle Storm: Mackenzie Holmes — F, Indiana
27. Indiana Fever: Leilani Correa — G, Florida
28. Los Angeles Sparks: McKenzie Forbes — G/F, USC
29. Phoenix Mercury: Jaz Shelley — G, Nebraska
30. Washington Mystics: Nastja Claessens — G, Belgium
31. Minnesota Lynx: Kiki Jefferson — G, Louisville
32. Atlanta Dream: Matilda Villa — G, Italy
33. Dallas Wings: Ashley Owusu — G, Penn State
34. Connecticut Sun: Abbey Hsu — G, Columbia
35. New York Liberty: Kaitlyn Davis — F, USC
36: Washington Mystics: Angel Jackson, C. Jackson State
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Conclusion
The 2024 WNBA Draft was a night to remember, showcasing the incredible talent and bright futures of the next generation of women’s basketball stars. With Caitlin Clark leading the way as the No. 1 overall pick, and teams making strategic selections throughout the draft, the stage is set for an exciting WNBA season ahead.
Key Takeaways: WNBA Draft 2024
- Indiana Fever’s Bold Move: Selecting Caitlin Clark with the No. 1 overall pick was a bold move that sets the tone for the Fever’s rebuild.
- Depth of Talent: From the first pick to the final selection, the draft showcased the depth of talent available, promising an exciting season ahead for WNBA fans.
- Strategic Selections: Teams focused on making strategic selections to strengthen their rosters and position themselves for success in the upcoming season.
As the WNBA teams gear up for the new season, one thing is clear: the future of the league is bright, and fans have plenty to look forward to in the coming months.