The 2024 WNBA Draft, held on April 15, 2024, was a night filled with promise for the future of women’s basketball. The draft took place at the Brooklyn Academy of Music in Brooklyn, New York, marking the first time fans were allowed to attend since 2016. Here’s a rundown of the top picks from the 1st Round of the 2024 WNBA Draft:
1. Indiana Fever: Caitlin Clark, G, Iowa (Teamed up with reigning Rookie of the Year Aliyah Boston.)
2. Los Angeles Sparks: Cameron Brink, F, Stanford
3.Chicago Sky: Kamilla Cardoso, C, South Carolina
4. Los Angeles Sparks: Rickea Jackson, F, Tennessee
5.Dallas Wings: Jacy Sheldon, G, Ohio State
6. Washington Mystics: Aaliyah Edwards, F, UConn
Angel Reese was drafted in the 2024 WNBA Draft by the Chicago Sky at number 7 overall! She wasn’t one of the top picks, but she was still a highly sought-after prospect.
A standout player from LSU, Reese had an impressive college career. Reese was a national champion with LSU. She holds the record for most double-doubles in a single D1 season (a whopping 34!). She was also named an All-American and SEC Player of the Year.
During the draft, Reese expressed her enthusiasm about joining the Chicago Sky, especially the opportunity to play alongside Kamilla Cardoso, another top pick drafted by the Sky.
The draft featured international talent as well, with Carla Leite (F, France) going to the Dallas Wings and Leila Lacan (G, France) drafted by the Connecticut Sun.
