WNBA Draft 2026 preview

Excitement is building for a draft class that could redefine the league's future.

UCLA's Lauren Betts is widely projected to be the top selection, while expansion teams like the Toronto Tempo are preparing to make their first-ever picks.

The draft also features high-profile prospects like Paige Bueckers and Rickea Jackson, who have already become household names through their collegiate success.

League officials have noted that the depth of talent in this year's pool is unprecedented, reflecting the rapid growth and increasing professionalization of women's basketball.