WNBA Draft and Free Agency Flurry

The 2026 WNBA Draft is set to be a transformative event, with UCLA’s Lauren Betts widely projected as the top overall pick.

Expansion teams like the Golden State Valkyries and Toronto Tempo are adding a new layer of complexity to the selection process.

Meanwhile, the league has seen a wave of high-profile signings, including Courtney Williams returning to the Lynx on a max deal and Kelsey Plum re-signing with the Sparks.

These moves signal a new era of player empowerment and financial growth for the league as it enters its 30th season.