Wings Soar Again: Top Draft Pick Secured!

The Dallas Wings have once again claimed the top pick in the WNBA Draft lottery, securing the No. 1 selection for the second year in a row. This significant win sets the stage for the team to potentially draft another franchise cornerstone. The franchise is undergoing a major overhaul, having also appointed Jose Fernandez, a respected college coach, as their new head coach in late October. Fernandez replaced Chris Koclanes after a challenging 10-34 season.

Coach Fernandez expressed his commitment to transforming the team, stating, "This won't be the same old Dallas Wings. Change is coming, and we're gonna win." The Wings earned this top pick due to their cumulative worst two-year record among non-playoff teams. The odds were weighted based on these records, with Dallas holding the most combinations, guaranteeing them at least a top-three selection.

Unlike previous drafts with clear consensus picks like Paige Bueckers or Caitlin Clark, the 2026 draft class is more uncertain. Promising talents such as Flau'jae Johnson, Olivia Miles, Azzi Fudd, Lauren Betts, and Spanish forward Awa Fam are considered potential top selections. The draft is tentatively scheduled for April 13, 2026, though the exact date may shift based on ongoing Collective Bargaining Agreement negotiations.