WNBA Draft 2026 Results: Azzi Fudd Goes No.1, Full First Round Picks and Grades

The 2026 WNBA Draft took place on Monday night and delivered excitement, surprises, and major roster moves for teams across the league. With young stars entering the professional stage, franchises made key decisions to shape their future.

The Dallas Wings started the night with the No.1 overall pick and selected Azzi Fudd, one of the most talented guards in college basketball. Her arrival adds more firepower to a backcourt that already includes top names, giving Dallas a strong offensive core.

Pick	Team	Player	Position	College/Club
1	Dallas Wings	Azzi Fudd	G	UConn
2	Minnesota Lynx	Olivia Miles	G	TCU
3	Seattle Storm	Awa Fam	C	Valencia
4	Washington Mystics	Lauren Betts	C	UCLA
5	Chicago Sky	Gabriela Jaquez	G/F	UCLA
6	Toronto Tempo	Kiki Rice	G	UCLA
7	Portland Fire	Iyana Martin	G	Spain
8	Seattle Storm	Flau’Jae Johnson	G	LSU
9	Washington Mystics	Angela Dugalic	F	UCLA
10	Indiana Fever	Raven Johnson	G	South Carolina
11	Washington Mystics	Cotie McMahon	F	Ole Miss
12	Connecticut Sun	Nell Angloma	F	France
13	Atlanta Dream	Madina Okot	C	South Carolina
14	Seattle Storm	Tiana Mair	G	Duke
15	Connecticut Sun	Gianna Kneepkens	G/F	UCLA

Azzi Fudd’s selection at No.1 was expected, given her scoring ability and experience at the highest level in college basketball. She now joins a team looking to bounce back after a difficult season, and her chemistry with former college teammates adds more value to the pick.

Minnesota created one of the early surprises by selecting Olivia Miles at No.2. While she is a talented playmaker, the team’s need in the frontcourt made this decision a talking point. Still, her passing and offensive vision could make her a valuable addition.

Seattle Storm made a strong move by drafting Awa Fam at No.3. She is seen as one of the highest-upside players in the draft. The team also strengthened its guard line later by bringing in Flau’Jae Johnson, who could make an immediate impact.

Washington Mystics focused heavily on building young talent. They selected Lauren Betts early and continued to add depth with multiple picks. This shows a long-term plan to develop a strong core for the future.

Team	Key Draft Strategy
Dallas Wings	Strengthened elite guard lineup
Minnesota Lynx	Added playmaker depth
Seattle Storm	Focused on future frontcourt and guard balance
Washington Mystics	Built young core with multiple picks
Chicago Sky	Added versatile two-way player

Chicago Sky picked Gabriela Jaquez at No.5 after her impressive tournament performances. Toronto followed by selecting Kiki Rice, a point guard who could develop into a long-term starter.

Indiana Fever made a smart defensive addition with Raven Johnson. Her ability to guard top players makes her a valuable piece for a team aiming to compete at a higher level.

The second round also featured important selections. Teams looked for depth and long-term prospects, with several players expected to develop over time rather than contribute immediately.

Round	Key Highlights
Round 1	Star players selected, multiple surprises
Round 2	Teams focused on depth and development
Round 3	Final roster-building opportunities

The 2026 WNBA Draft showed a mix of safe picks and high-upside selections. Some teams chose ready-to-play players, while others focused on long-term growth.

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Overall Draft Impact	Summary
Top Pick	Azzi Fudd leads draft class
Biggest Surprise	Olivia Miles at No.2
High Potential Player	Awa Fam
Strong Team Build	Washington Mystics

This draft class brings fresh energy into the league. As these players begin their professional careers, teams will now focus on integrating them into their systems and preparing for the upcoming season.

The night marked the beginning of a new journey for many young players, and their performances in the coming months will determine how successful these draft decisions turn out for each franchise.