Indiana Fever—Caitlin Clark

The Indiana Fever selected Caitlin Clark 1st overall after her spectacular Iowa career. Clark was this draft class’s crown jewel for good reason.

She graduated as the all-time leading Division I basketball scorer for men and women with 3,466 points. Clark won multiple trophies, including the 2022 Naismith Player of the Year, and guided Iowa to two NCAA championships.

The 6’0″ guard can score from the rim, mid-range, and three-point line. Her deep range and high release make her hard to cover. A skilled playmaker, Clark averaged nearly 8 assists per game in college.

The Fever are adding a once-in-a-generation talent to last year’s 1st pick Aliyah Boston. If Clark’s scoring translates to the WNBA, Indiana might have a championship core for years.

Los Angeles Sparks Cameron Brink

The Los Angeles Sparks selected Stanford’s versatile 6’9″ forward Cameron Brink 2nd overall. Brink is a rare frontcourt player and three-time All-American.

She can shoot with either hand near the basket and has a reliable mid-range jumper.Brink has the ability to stretch the floor with three-pointers. Her timing make her a great defensive shot blocker.

In her senior year at Stanford, Brink averaged 15.5 points, 9.5 rebounds, and 3.6 blocks. The Spark gain a versatile player who can affect both side of the court.

Chicago Sky’s Kamilla Cardoso

Kamilla Cardoso of South Carolina was selected 3rd overall by the reigning WNBA champion Chicago Sky to strengthen their frontcourt.

When she led the Gamecocks to the national title as a sophomore, 6’7″ center Cardoso named the 2022 NCAA Tournament’s Most Outstanding Player. She anchored South Carolina’s tough defense as a top rim protector and rebounder.

Cardoso is a good interior finisher who can score off putbacks and dump-off passes. She runs hard, catches well, and finishes around the basket.

Cardoso will help the Sky repeat as WNBA champs with his defense and toughness.

Los Angeles Sparks Rickea Jackson

Rickea Jackson was the Spark’s fourth pick after Cameron Brink at 2nd. Tennessee’s Jackson was three-time All-American.

The 6’4″ versatile forward unique size, length, athleticism, and skill level make her a mismatch. Jackson can score from anywhere on the court.

In her final season with the Lady Vols, she averaged 22.8 points, 6.8 rebounds, and 37% three-point shooting. Jackson is a good passer who know the floor and hits the glass hard on both end.

The Spark have a strong young frontcourt with Jackson and Brink.

Dallas Wing’s Jacy Sheldon

To finish the top 5, the Dallas Wing selected Jacy Sheldon of Ohio State fifth overall. Sheldon was a first-team All-American in his senior year.

Scorer and complete offensive player, the 5’10” combo guard. Sheldon can jump to the three-point line. With her precise ball handling skill, she easily past defenders, and get into the paint.

In her senior season, Sheldon averaged 19.7 points and 4 assist. She fierce, competitive, and fearless in critical occasions.

Before becoming a go-to scorer and playmaker, Sheldon will provide scoring punch off the bench in Dallas.

This skilled 2024 WNBA draft class has a bright future. Leading star like Caitlin Clark, Cameron Brink, Kamilla Cardoso, Rickea Jackson, and Jacy Sheldon are only beginning their successful professional careers.

This draft replenished WNBA roster with impact players ready to shine. As they strive to become WNBA legends, these newcomer will shape the league for years to come.

Basketball fans should be excited to witness how this fresh talent affect the WNBA in 2024 and beyond.

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Looking Back at Draft

On April 15, 2024, at the Brooklyn Academy of Music, fans attended the draft for the first time since 2016. Normalcy returned. Commissioner Cathy Engelbert welcomed the next generation of WNBA stars. A brief review:

The Brooklyn Academy of Music is located in New York City on April 15, 2024.

7:30 p.m.
Network: After the draft, the WNBA Network Highlights should be available.

Top 10 Bowing Prospects

Indiana Fever drafted guard Caitlin Clark in the first round. Clark was widely selected as the first pick and is a scoring machine with infinite offensive weapons. She gives the Indiana Fever quick offense and star appeal with the most NCAA points.

Stanford forward Cameron Brink was picked second by the Sparks. The Sparks add Brink to improve their frontcourt. He defends well and is improving his scoring. Her stature and shot-blocking will annoy opponents.

South Carolina centre Kamilla Cardoso was selected by the Chicago Sky in the third round. Cardoso can run the rim and energize the Sky’s rebounds and blocking. She and the existing champions may be crucial to winning again.

Forward Rickea Jackson from Tennessee (Picked fourth by the Los Angeles Sparks) enters to help Brittney Sykes and other attacking players. Jackson is a talented scorer and post player.

The Dallas Wings drafted Ohio State guard Jacy Sheldon in the first round. Sheldon is a scoring guard who shoots well. She provides crucial Wings attack firepower.

Besides the Top 5

After the first few picks, the draft was talented. A few more might make a tremendous difference:

UConn forward Aaliyah Edwards was drafted sixth by the Washington Mystics. Edwards deepens and speeds up the Mystics. Versatile forward with good inside-outside game.

The Chicago Sky selected LSU forward Angel Reese eighth overall. Due to his post strength and scoring ability, Reese could be a useful Sky reserve.

The Utah Jazz drafted forward Alissa Pili in the eighth round. Pili gives the Lynx more offensive options and court space as a skilled scorer and three-point shooter.

French guard Carla Leite, drafted ninth by the Dallas Wings: Smart point guard Leite makes plays. His passing and style are foreign to the Wings.

The New York Liberty selected Ole Miss forward Marquesha Davis 10th overall. Davis defends well and is improving offensively. He may aid Liberty’s defense.

A bright future awaits the WNBA.

The 2024 WNBA Draft showed rising talent. New stars are ready to lead the WNBA to success. Fans can expect exciting games, highlight reel moments, and a new group of big names that will keep them interested for years.

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