WNBA mock draft 2026: New No. 1 replaces UCLA's Betts at top
Four UCLA players, including Lauren Betts, are now projected first-round picks. But Spain's Awa Fam is No. 1.
www.espn.comHere are the latest clear highlights on the 2026 WNBA Draft, based on the most recent reports.
Key outcomes
- Azzi Fudd was selected No. 1 overall by the Dallas Wings, continuing a trend of UConn guards going high in recent drafts.[1][2]
- UCLA had a historic night with six players chosen in the first 18 picks, marking a program-record haul for a single draft.[2]
- The draft consisted of 45 picks across three rounds, with comprehensive live updates and post-draft analyses from multiple outlets.[8][2]
Where to look for live results and full lists
- Live-tracker style coverage with round-by-round picks, teams, and college/school affiliations is available from major outlets that produced up-to-the-minute recaps and a final complete list of selections.[1][2][8]
Notable context and attendance
- Attendees and eye-catching storylines included top prospects like Lauren Betts (UCLA), Awa Fam Thiam (Spain), and Olivia Miles (TCU), who were highlighted as key names to watch ahead of the event.[3]
If you’d like, I can pull a compact, side-by-side table of all first-round picks with team, player, and school, or provide a quick GIF-worthy recap of UCLA’s 2026 draft impact. I can also summarize how this draft could influence team-building in the 2026 season. Would you prefer a quick table or a concise narrative recap?
Citations
- WNBA Draft picks tracker and live results, including Azzi Fudd No. 1 and UCLA’s first-round haul.[1]
- CBS Sports live updates and the note about UCLA’s six first-round selections.[2]
- Team/attendance context and headliners for the draft presented by State Street.[3]
- Additional recap and tracker coverage from NBC Sports.[8]