A retrospective redraft of the 2024 WNBA Draft class shows Caitlin Clark still the clear first overall pick, while Angel Reese moves up to second after winning Defensive Player of the Year and leading the Atlanta Dream to the 2026 Finals. The exercise, conducted after three seasons, reflects how the class has reshaped the league, culminating in a historic 2026 Finals Game 7 that drew 3.3 million viewers.
Top Picks
1. Indiana Fever: Caitlin Clark (original pick). Clark's historic rookie season, two All-WNBA First Team selections, and transformation of the Fever into a playoff staple and economic powerhouse keep her at No. 1.
2. Los Angeles Sparks: Angel Reese (originally No. 7). Reese has become the class's second-best player, earning DPOY honors and establishing herself as perhaps the greatest rebounder ever, while Cameron Brink (original No. 2) has played only 65 games due to an ACL tear.
3. Chicago Sky: Carla Leite (originally No. 9). After two expansion drafts left her unprotected, Leite broke out with the Portland Fire, posting one of the best high-volume pick-and-roll seasons ever and finishing third in Most Improved Player voting.
4. Los Angeles Sparks: Leïla Lacan (originally No. 10). Lacan has emerged as an elite perimeter defender; the Sun were 18-35 with her and 4-31 without her in two seasons, despite missing time for international duty.
5. Dallas Wings: Cameron Brink (originally No. 2). Despite her injury history, Brink's rim protection and mobility make her the best available big at this spot.
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6. Washington Mystics: Rickea Jackson (originally No. 4). Jackson remains the class's top wing and offensive creator, even with an ACL tear clouding her 2027 outlook.
7. Chicago Sky: Sydney Taylor (undrafted in 2024). Taylor earned an All-Rookie Team spot in 2026 after injuries thrust her into a major role.
8. Minnesota Lynx: Aaliyah Edwards (originally No. 7). Edwards found her stride in Connecticut last season and would fit Cheryl Reeve's development system.
9. Dallas Wings: Isobel Borlase (originally undrafted). The Australian WNBL MVP excelled in the Dream's 2026 playoff run, showing no fear in the Finals.
10. Connecticut Sun: Emma Čechová (eligible in 2024, signed as undrafted free agent). Čechová impressed before an ACL tear ended her rookie season.
11. New York Liberty: Kamilla Cardoso (originally No. 3). Cardoso's solid but low-impact production still makes her the best talent left at this stage.
12. Atlanta Dream: Jacy Sheldon (originally No. 5). Sheldon's defensive grit could provide bench stability after a nomadic first three seasons.
