White Sox: Will Sanders, RHP, South Carolina. Jackson is averaging a double-double of 15.4 points and 12.6 rebound per game to go along with three blocks per game. Dallas has a new coach in Latricia Trammell who is known for defense but can appreciate how elite an offensive player Siegrist is. So there is no guarantee the players in this mock draft will make themselves eligible for the 2023 draft. Jones inconsistent perimeter shooting is a concern: The senior has made just three 3-pointers for Stanford this season. 2 in 2018), Victoria Vivians (No. 1 South Carolina Gamecocks. Williams has plenty of intangibles to go along with her five-years of experience as a big guard. Battles could serve a WNBA team well as a late-round pick. Fans will also be able to access an array of content across @WNBA channelsthat will include the unique stories and personalities of the prospects via Instagram and Tik Tok; a Twitter Spaces Mock Draft Debate; cross platform livecoverage including theOrange Carpet; and more. But her predecessor, Iowa alum Megan Gustafson, is an example of someone who has found ways to make an impact in the league the last four years. Joens is a highly efficient and experienced guard, capable of exposing mismatches with her size down low. The bank is open as Lou Lopez Senechal banks in the first-quarter buzzer-beater to give the Huskies a 25-14 lead. Both Jordan Horston and Rickea Jackson could be first round picks in the 2023 WNBA Draft. Aliyah Boston -2. Jones' lack of success from behind the arc -- she's 3 of 28 this season and 23 of 101 in her Stanford career -- is a concern and could cause her to drop in the draft. She also can attack the rim and finish in traffic. General manager Lin Dunn's preference for great defensive players might mesh with Beal's reputation as one of the most elite defenders in college. What makes Juhsz so valuable is her ability to understand her role based on the system. At 6-4, Ebo has imposing size and strength on the interior. #7. Players can enter early if they turn 22 the calendar year of the draft. Also, at this point, no draft-eligible juniors have publicly said they will declare, so they weren't included, either. Aliyah Boston looks like a lock to Indiana at No. Her numbers are up across the board, with the senior shooting 40.8 percent from the field and 38.1 percent from the perimeter. Most players have said publicly that they will make that decision after their college seasons end, in which case we considered then for inclusion. She would have a learning curve in the WNBA, but she is an intriguing prospect for a team that could commit to developing her. Canada. ET. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google. Siegrist is currently leading Division I in scoring (28.3 PPG) and shooting 52.7% from the field. Her high motor makes her an undeniable asset on both ends of the floor. She has an intriguing skill set and impressive scoring ability, but there are concerns about how her game will translate to the WNBA. The 2023 WNBA season is officially underway, with free agency in full swing. Villanova Wildcats | forward | 6-foot-2 | senior. Bottom Line: Along with Florida quarterback Anthony Richardson, Johnston is the biggest boom-or-bust prospect of the 2023 NFL Draft. Virginia Tech Hokies | center | 6-foot-6 | senior. Morris has been exceptional for the Tigers as a dynamic guard with a big-time motor who can defend, score and facilitate. Battles leads Georgia with 14.4 points and 3.1 assists per game. June 22, 2023. The formal tip off of the draft night festivities will take place when the invited draft prospects showcase their personalities and unique fashion styles on the WNBAs iconic Orange Carpet as they prepare for this life-altering moment. NEW YORK, Feb. 23, 2023 The WNBA Draft 2023 presented by State Farm will be held on Monday, April 10. This time, I called upon friend, colleague, and fellow Chicagoan Rachel Galligan to join me in a joint mock draft! After tearing up the MAAC for three years, Lopez Snchal took her talents to UConn, where her production hasnt skipped a beat. Fair can also provide some solid defense as shes averaging 2.5 steals per game. She can score from deep, expose mismatches on the block and hit mid-range jumpers that are difficult to defend. But Gamecocks guards Zia Cooke and Brea Beal are both in the mix for the first round, with Beal considered one of the best defensive players in college and Cooke leading South Carolina in scoring. Call 1-800-GAMBLER EXCLUSIVE OFFER Wynnbet Logo She has a way to manufacture points in the paint, find her way to the rim and take over games. Brian Martin March 29, 2022. #9. Now that the 2022 NFL Draft is in the books, it's time to look ahead to next year. 5 overall recruit in the 2021 class.Classifying him as an "under-the-radar" Draft prospect feels . She continues to get better and is now producing on a stage that can prepare her for the pros. Traylor is an experienced and versatile guard capable of playing multiple positions on and off the ball. The 5-10 guard has put up big numbers her entire career, and her 12.5 scoring average this season is notable considering she is getting close to five fewer shots per game with the Longhorns. Brea Beal beats the third-quarter buzzer with a nice 3-pointer. Jeremy Woo. 1 seed thanks in no small part to Juhsz, who has played well after an early season thumb injury. A dynamic scorer on all three levels, Howard is a. Could stick on a roster due to work ethic. 1. (2:25). South Carolina Gamecocks | guard | 6-foot-1 | senior. The festivities will begin earlier that day when prospects will visit the Empire State Building for a lighting ceremony and later with the standard "Orange Carpet" entrances. Taylor leads Duke in scoring (11.8 points per game) and steals (2.0), and she is shooting a career best 40.8 percent from the field. For now, we didn't include her for draft consideration. 10 in 2022). She made the midseason watch list for the Becky Hammon Mid-Major Player of the Year for the second consecutive year. 1 overall pick to the Atlanta Dream for the. UConn Huskies | guard/forward | 6-foot-1 | senior. However, her weaknesses in turnovers and ball handling will need improvement in the WNBA. Juhsz is as experienced as they come, competing at a high level internationally before playing a successful three years at Ohio State and the past two at UConn. State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company is the parent of the State Farm family of companies. Mark your calendars The 2023 #WNBA Draft presented by @StateFarm will take place April 10th at Spring Studios New York Tune into the live broadcast on @espn from 7pm to 9pm/ET to watch the full slate of draft coverage pic.twitter.com/qRTNebxxoN. The official site of the 2023 NBA Draft. The 2023 WNBA draft will return to New York City's Spring Studios, home to Fashion Week and the Tribeca Film Festival, as announced by the league on Thursday. A WNBA team will need to see the potential to expand her ball-handling and perimeter shooting for her to stick to a roster. A versatile 62 player with a solid outside shooting game (39.6 percent from three-point range). @shayleegonzales pic.twitter.com/YWlIpeKs4A. 2 to Minnesota, or third overall to Dallas? Averaging 15.4 PPG, 6.5 RPG and 3.3 assists, Horston has good size and instincts and hustle. Nice sequence for Victaria Saxton pic.twitter.com/Z2cv5JK38M. She is just the type of specialist WNBA teams could be looking for. Create or join a league today to get started. The WNBA hosted its draft at Spring Studios for the first time last year in what was the first in-person draft since 2019. The Dream adding Tennessees Rickea Jackson would bolster their depth on the wing. Round 4 added. Back for more Haley Jones and Cameron Brink cover SLAM 242. For more information, please visithttp://www.statefarm.com. Let's start by stating the obvious - making a WNBA roster is incredibly difficult. When shes not creating, she is a prolific scorer, capable of putting up big numbers in a variety of ways. And which two teams have multiple first-round picks? Who will be at the combine? The four nonplayoff teams from 2022 qualified for the lottery drawing (Fever, Dream, Sparks, Lynx), with Indiana winning the No. The 2022 WNBA Draft is just one day away, but the drama has already started with a blockbuster trade that saw the Washington Mystics send the No. February 23, 2023, Leagues 27th Annual Draft to be Exclusively Televised on ESPN from 7-9 p.m. 2023 WNBA Mock Draft 2.0 by Matt Cohen February 24, 2023 A lot has changed in the three months since my last mock draft. NEW YORK, Feb. 23, 2023 - The WNBA Draft 2023 presented by State Farm will be held on Monday, April 10. Jones is averaging 13.6 points, 9.0 rebounds and 3.8 assists for a Stanford squad that has relied heavily on her. Indiana Fever interim general manager Lin Dunn believes this might . Jacksons a solid offensive player capable of scoring from all areas of the court. A solid defensive big that could allow Nneka Ogwumike to slide over to the power forward spot at stretches. 2023 NFL Draft Prospect Rankings: Top 100 Big Board 1.0 The first look from SI at how the best players in college football stack up before the scouting combine kicks off at the end of. At 6-3, Holmes can face up a step off the lane line and sweep and rocker off the dribble. As a 6-3 guard, she has the length, frame, skill and shot-creating ability to excel at the next level. Owusu is an elite facilitator who makes great decisions in the two-man game and is constantly surveying the court for the correct read. Kitley's production is machine-like: She's averaging 18.3 PPG, 11.1 RPG and 2.1 blocks per game this season, similar to her numbers over the last two years. Seattle Storm Jacy Sheldon, 510 SG, Ohio State. Osborne has been UCLAs primary offensive, three-level scoring weapon for most of her career. She is shooting 53.0% from the field and could get the chance to play for the WNBA team in her native Texas. Miller's size, quickness and ability to run the floor could be big assets for a Lynx team remaking itself after Sylvia Fowles' retirement. Boston makes the game look easy. @hannah_jump at the buzzer @StanfordWBB ESPN2 pic.twitter.com/y1KvH4J4sy. The 6-1 guard leads James Madison with 18.3 points, 8.1 rebounds and 3.0 assists per game this season. So with the information we have now, here is how things might look for the first round of the April 10 draft. 8 in 2018), NaLyssa Smith (No. Atlanta. #3. Kitley has been like clockwork with her production: 18.0 PPG, 10.8 RPG and 2.1 BPG this season, much like her previous two years. Rachel Galligan is a basketball analyst at Just Womens Sports. Brea Beal is intriguing when you consider what she brings as a pure defensive specialist. Shes also proven to be a solid defender on one of the top defensive programs in the country. Ebos game could translate to the WNBA as a traditional, low-block presence whos able to play out of the pick and roll. She has often been double- and triple-teamed, and the Gamecocks haven't had to rely on her as much with improved depth. The question is how WNBA teams see her lack of size and efficiency translating to the next level on both sides of the ball. 11 min read The college basketball season tipped off Nov. 7, and. Deep into its third decade the WNBA can now branch out to locations that aren't one of its team's arenas or the broadcaster that airs it. Jones questionability at the next level is about which position is she best suited for. Emailed daily. Who goes No. Jackson has draft lottery potential with the way she can impact a game at every level. Mystics trade WNBA draft's No. The Fairfield transfer has been been impressive and had a big impact in her lone season at UConn. A former professional basketball player and collegiate coach, she also contributes to Winsidr. She plays well out of pick-and-roll situations and any five-out or four-out system. The 2023 WNBA draft is set for Monday, April 10. This article first appeared on Beyond Women's Sports and was syndicated with permission. For a team looking for a late-round asset, Saxton is a good option. The majority of the free agency signings are now official. Atlanta Dream Elizabeth Kitley, 66 C, Virginia Tech. The draft night festivities will include WNBA's iconic "Orange Carpet" which showcases the unique personalities of all the prospects. As she continues to develop her perimeter shooting, she stands out as a three-level scorer with elite athleticism and defensive abilities. Boston remains the top overall pick and a much-needed interior dominance to pair up with NaLyssa Smith inside. And she won't shy from having a lot put on her shoulders by the Fever, who hope to finally get back to the franchise they used to be. The 2023 Women's Fantasy Basketball season has officially arrived! Next update: Every week. Needing depth at the point guard spot is a glaring void for Minnesota currently. If you opened up this . Miller might have the most potential and versatility of anyone in this draft class. She averages 15.8 PPG, 5.4 RPG and 2.7 APG and has a chance to be a top-level defender in the pro game. The area of Browns game that is most intriguing is her elite vision and passing ability for her size she leads Michigan in assists with 5.9 per game this season. Vandersloot to New York, the rise of superteams and a Liberty-Aces WNBA Finals? Berger has been one of the Hoosiers most consistent players her entire career. 2023 NBA Draft Preview: Top Prospects to Watch. Hard to pinpoint the Fevers need here with this pick. Minnesota Lynx Diamond Miller, 63 SF, Maryland. After a monster redshirt junior campaign, the 6-2 forward leads UT Arlington this season with 17.1 points and 8.4 rebounds per game on nearly 50 percent shooting from the field. Saturday, January 14, 2023 at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. The 5-8 guard has the full package as a facilitating and scoring guard, and her game has translated to her fifth year at Georgia. Oklahoma is a little deeper team this season, but Williams is still the Sooners' leading scorer (16.2 PPG) and second-leading rebounder (6.3 RPG) while shooting 52.7% from the field. Williams has second- or third-round potential. Similar to her Lady Vols teammate, Jordan Horston, she has the range to play multiple positions. Round 1 Tennessee Lady Vols | guard | 6-foot-2 | senior. In the WNBA, Berger will likely play as a backup two guard who can initiate offense and provide steady defense. Dallas Wings Maddy Siegrist, 61 PF, Villanova. Gunnar goes in the top 100 picks and he is the eighth third baseman off of the board in the average draft. 4 in the country in field-goal percentage, averaging 66.5 percent from the field this season. One of the more underrated aspects of Millers game is her ability to facilitate. If Sheldon can remain healthy through the NCAA tournament, theres a likelihood she may not be available for Seattle here. Diamond Miller fights her way through contact to finish an and-1 layup and flexes on her defender. Stanford Cardinal | guard | 6-foot-1 | senior. Minnesota might debate between Miller and Haley Jones at this pick. (B/R) New developments in the 2023 NBA draft discussion include more breakout freshmen, injuries and a few struggling prospects who are losing scouts' support. Having scored over 1,800 points over four years at Toledo, Lockett has demanded the attention of defensive schemes the entirety of her career. 1. 1 overall pick and the chance to take South Carolina champion Aliyah Boston. DIAMOND MILLER WITH THE BUZZER BEATER No. She would add unique depth to any WNBA frontcourt and team thats willing to develop her for the future. She has great footwork when running off action and spotting up, a quick release, and deep range off the line. Earlier that day, the WNBA Draft prospects will visit the iconic Empire State Building for a lighting ceremony to celebrate the 2023 WNBA Draft presented by State Farm. The Mystics are a strong defensive team that could get an offensive boost from Siegrist, who had a 50-point game on 20-of-26 shooting on Feb. 11. This season, Horston has shown resilience and an ability to elevate her play in key moments while putting up the most efficient numbers of her college career. RICKEA JACKSON IS THAT GIRL SEC Network + https://t.co/dIz0RW8DqA#GoLadyVols pic.twitter.com/l2fpLbKFLf. She is efficient off the dribble and explosive off the bounce, covering a lot of ground with her first step. Get the latest news and rumors, customized to your favorite sports and teams. Stanford Cardinal | guard | 6-foot-1 | senior. The Dallas Wings have acquired All-Star guard Diamond DeShields, the Chicago Skys first round selection (fifth overall) in the 2023 WNBA Draft and Chicagos first round selection in the 2024 WNBA Draft.Details: https://t.co/9rEwtNsclZ pic.twitter.com/a9SLrodquI, #6. Boston is averaging nearly a double-double of 13.2 points, 9.9 rebounds, 1.9 blocks and 1.7 steals per game. Emoni Bates, Eastern Michigan. Her size, production and UConn pedigree could make her a possible fit for the Lynx, who are building around former Huskies star Napheesa Collier. WNBA Draft Big Board 1.0: Top 50 prospects in the 2023 class Rachel Galligan March 1, 2023 Aliyah Boston has been the presumptive 2023 No. . Tennessee Lady Vols | forward | 6-foot-2 | senior. She has definite late-round potential. Diamond Miller, a 6-3 senior guard for Maryland, and Haley Jones, Stanford's 6-1 senior guard, are favorite lottery picks. The Shuffle Up series rolls along, with middle infielders (second base, shortstop) moving through the car wash today. It is still largely unknown whether these prospects will declare for the draft, use a fifth-year of eligibility or secure an NCAA waiver to return after suffering an injury. 2023 ; 2022 ; 2021 . Madi Williams shows off vision with nice dish vs. Iowa State Cyclones, Oklahoma Sooners | forward | 6-foot-0 | senior. Vandersloot to New York, the rise of superteams and a Liberty-Aces WNBA Finals? Shes not going to make a lot of mistakes and could seamlessly integrate into almost any system. 5 UConn. WNBA 2023 mock draft player rankings. Available now https://t.co/nPXmHeEvXS pic.twitter.com/EZZULLIqGs, #5. Players are increasingly doing more stateside in the league's offseason from broadcast work to sponsorship activations and commercials. The latest episode of Locked on Women's Basketball continues our series of scouting reports on the top 2023 WNBA Draft prospects! the location gave their cameras the ability. She scored 50 points on a 20-of-26 outing against Seton Hall on Feb. 11 and holds the Big East career scoring record. The 2023 Women's Fantasy Basketball season has officially arrived! Meanwhile, the Sparks have stockpiled enough guards in free agency that their . What follows are my suggested salaries . pic.twitter.com/xqwGmp39Jy. Her one downside is her lack of outside shooting being a career 22.8 percent three-point shooter. Indiana Hoosiers senior post player Mackenzie Holmes has not declared for certain she will return to college, but told ESPN she is strongly leaning on coming back, so we didn't include her for draft consideration. While Owusu is draft eligible this season, she could opt to use her fifth year of college eligibility. Free agency moves, trades and big stretch-run performances from college players all continue to impact ESPN's 2023 WNBA mock draft. Player rankings. WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert will announce the draft picks live on ESPN with exclusive. Miller is averaging 19.8 points and 6.6 rebounds. This would open the door for Osborne to improve her game and give last years draft pick, Jasmine Dickey, additional playing time as well. Her draft stock could hinge on her consistency and ability to make tough shots in March. Still, shell need to prove she can be an offensive weapon to make a legitimate impact in the pros. Scott-Grayson has been a key contributor for Auburn the past three years, but shes elevated her play to another level this season. But Gamecocks defensive specialist Brea Beal joins Boston in the first round this time, while another South Carolina guard, Zia Cooke, also received consideration. Shes not going to turn the ball over much and could be used as a deep shooting threat in the pros. The 6-1 forward is also putting up her most efficient numbers this season, shooting 51.6 percent from the field and 38.4 percent from 3. While most scouts believe the . UConn Huskies| forward | 6-foot-5 | senior. Minnesota Lynx Dyaisha Fair, 55 PG, Syracuse. Here, you can find the top players WNBA general managers, scouts and coaches are keeping an eye on as they prepare for the 2023 draft in April. But Indiana . (Photo credit: Brian Ray, hawkeyesports.com) Washington might see some of Elena Delle Donne in Siegrist, even if she's not as tall. Charisma Osborne makes a great defensive play for the steal, Iowa State Cyclones | forward/guard | 6-foot-1 | senior. 12:59 pm, May 10. At 6-6, shes having a breakout season for Kansas, coming into her own just in time for the draft. Sheldon could possibly be a top-five pick in this draft. 2023 WNBA mock draft: Round 3 Draft date: Publication date: Thursday, February 23rd 2023 a 06:16 pm Draft year 2023 Version Current Round 3 EXCLUSIVE OFFER Stake Logo Weekly Giveaway 25,000 Stake Cash BET NOW T&C 21+ | Review Stake LLC Registration #HE436222 | Gambling Problem? #10. ET. Jones can score at the rim efficiently and knock down mid-range shots (though her mid-range shooting percentage is down this season). If Morris maintains this level of production, she has a shot to propel herself into the first round of the draft. Ashley Joens leads the way for Iowa State with a huge 32-point performance vs. Oklahoma. The 2023 WNBA Draft Lottery Primer Mark Schindler October 31, 2022 The first domino of the WNBA off-season fell last week as Curt Miller took over as the head coach of the Los Angeles. At 6.0 rebounds per game, she also has room for growth on the defensive end and would be in a good setting for that in Washington. and has a chance to go much earlier than most are expecting her to. 2023. She is not only a good rim protector, but does a great job in covering so much ground in defending the paint. Heres the latest mock draft with the adjustments made based on the recent signings and also the performances of the upcoming draft class. Chicago is restructuring itself, and might see Osborne -- a strong two-way guard -- as a good building block on the perimeter. Joens, one of the greatest scorers in Big 12 history, is 167 points shy of 3,000 for her career. Her draft position will depend on how teams envision her skill set translating to their system and whether they believe that her offensive perimeter game can expand. Williams can handle the ball, can push it in the open floor and has great open court vision. Her draft stock depends on how she fares against top-level competition the rest of the season. Also, at this point no draft-eligible juniors have publicly said they will declare for the draft, so they weren't included, either. The fifth-year forward is experienced and has been developed as well as they come under coach Dawn Staley. If she is under 22, she must be graduating from a four-year institution within three months. The Wings recently traded Marina Mabrey to the Sky in exchange for this pick while also acquiring Diamond DeShields. UConn Huskies| forward | 6-foot-5 | senior. Every pick of the . She is averaging 5.9 RPG and has tantalizing room for growth on the defensive end, something new Wings coach Latricia Trammell specializes in and teaches well. South Carolina Gamecocks | forward | 6-foot-5 | senior. At 6-4, she can play with her back to the basket and is efficient around the rim, but what makes her so special is her ability to stretch the floor. A highly skilled forward with great hands and finishing ability, Holmes excels at thinking two steps ahead and exposing defenders in the paint. She has an extremely rare combination of athleticism, size and skill. The 2023 draft will be held Monday, April 10. 2015 Recruiting Class Rankings; WNBA Draft Rankings. But Jones is more of an elite playmaker and less of a 3-point shooter than Powell. Home; WNBA Drafts; Player Rankings; At 6-2, Horston has the length and athleticism to impact games as a scoring threat and an elite defender. Osborne has the attention of the WNBA as a dynamic guard able to impact games as both a high-level scorer and an elite defender. Her inside-out game on both offense and defense would allow WNBA teams to go with a bigger, longer lineup which she has become accustomed to in Dawn Staleys system. Following an enormously successful 2022 season and with a fascinating off-season filled with significant trades and free agent signings, what better way to continue ramping up the momentum for the tip-off of our 27th season than with WNBA Draft 2023 presented by State Farm, said WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert. She can put up a lot of points and knows how to create space for herself at the rim. With free agency mostly settled, it's time to check in again on the college players. Sheldon has appeared in just six games for the Buckeyes this season while recovering from a lower leg injury, but her production over 14 points per game in each of the past three seasons warrants consideration. With several -- but not all -- major moves of free agency having taken place, it's time for another look at the projected first round in ESPN's 2023 WNBA mock draft. About State Farm The 6-0 guard is ninth in the country with a 44 percent shooting percentage from the perimeter this season. Fair has an elite scoring mentality and ability to create her own shot despite her small stature at 5-5. . Reuniting Boston with former Gamecocks teammate, Destanni Henderson, would be a nice combo to see again on the court. Averaging 15.8 ppg, 5.4 rpg, and 2.7 apg while shooting just 38.2 percent from the field. Call 1-800-GAMBLER USER FAVORITE While the White Sox have gone the high school route the last two years, they did take a college arm in Garrett Crochet in 2020, and this is a good part of the Draft for the next tier of college arms to come off the board. 2013 Players; 2014 Players; 2015 Players; . With excellent burst and lateral speed, she creates her own shot, adjusts well depending on what defenses throw at her and makes good reads. Indiana Fever Aliyah Boston, 65 C, South Carolina. 1. 1 South Carolina stays unbeaten, tops No. Shell need to get stronger to compete in the pros, especially on the block, but anyone who watches her can see how high her ceiling is. Play Tournament Challenge, Oklahoma Sooners | forward | 6-foot-0 | senior. She drives aggressively to the basket, making it difficult for defenders to keep her in front of them. Jones is averaging 13.3 points, nine rebounds and 3.9 assists. Georgia Amoore and Elizabeth Kitley combine for 52 points in Virginia Tech's win over NC State. Villanova's Maddy Siegrist, a national player of the year contender, has moved up many mock drafts. Victor Wembanyama and Scoot Henderson headline the top players to watch in next year's draft. Cookes 2023 draft stock can climb if she remains consistent, efficient with her shot selections and continues to make good decisions. At 5-11, Blackwell is appealing to WNBA teams because she possesses a combination of versatility and power that is hard to find. She could help a Storm squad moving on after legendary point guard Sue Bird's retirement. Way-Too-Early 2023 NFL Mock Draft. She is averaging 16.7 PPG, leads the team in 3-pointers (57) and is shooting 47.5 from 3-point range. She is also a nightmare in the paint, where she can hit shots from mid-range. She has proven that she can create her own shot and score in bunches. #Sooners x @madi_wms pic.twitter.com/HwD6nUMgdv, #8. Shes an effective rebounder, does not make many mistakes and se takes care of the ball. The 2023 WNBA Draft will return to New York City's Spring Studios, home to Fashion Week and the Tribeca Film Festival, as announced by the league Thursday. But for now, here is the Just Womens Sports WNBA Big Board 1.0. And she would be surrounded by some very good defensive players with the Wings who could help her come along in that aspect of her game. Washington Mystics Haley Jones, 61 SG/SF, Stanford. She is averaging 18.1 PPG and has always been a dangerous scorer in college. While shes not a perimeter threat, Jacobs has elite length, athleticism and leaping ability. Jones' lack of 3-point shooting -- 3 of 29 this season and 23 of 102 in her Stanford career -- might not be a big concern for Dallas. Senior post player Mackenzie Holmes of the No. The most detailed 2023 WNBA draft resource available outside a team's actual war room South Carolina center Aliyah Boston and Stanford forward Haley Jones are the clear-cut top prospects in the 2023 WNBA draft. The Wings might see Jones as having elite playmaker potential without necessarily needing to score a lot to have a big impact on the game. The WNBAs 27th regular season tips off with the following four games on Friday May 19: Tickets for regular season games may be purchased here. She is used to an up-tempo system, is an excellent rebounder and finishes strong around the rim. Amihere is flying under the radar in WNBA draft conversations. Every single WNBA team is taking a good look at Soares this season and evaluating her potential. 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