In the lead-up to the WNBA draft scheduled for April 15 in New York, the landscape of available talent is becoming clearer. Among the standout players declaring for the draft are guard Caitlin Clark of Iowa, who solidified her position as the projected No. 1 pick early on.
Joining her are South Carolina center Kamilla Cardoso and LSU forward Angel Reese, adding depth to the pool of talent available.
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While most players are opting to transition to the professional ranks, guard Georgia Amoore presents a unique case. Initially projected as a first-round pick, Amoore finds herself in the transfer portal, seeking to extend her collegiate career into a fifth season.
Clark and Cardoso projected above Reese in the draft
As the anticipation builds for the draft, the challenge of securing a spot on a WNBA roster becomes apparent. With only 12 teams in the league, competition for roster spots is fierce, making every selection crucial. Even projected first-round picks face uncertainty, as roster sizes are capped at 12 players, with many teams opting for fewer due to salary cap constraints.
In the mock draft projections, the top five picks appear relatively solid, with Caitlin Clark expected to land with the Indiana Fever as the No. 1 selection. Clark‘s exceptional talent at the point guard position promises to inject excitement into the Fever‘s lineup, alongside promising young talents Aliyah Boston and NaLyssa Smith.
Following closely behind, the Los Angeles Sparks are poised to bolster their roster with versatile forward Cameron Brink, adding defensive prowess and offensive versatility to their lineup. Meanwhile, the Chicago Sky and the Los Angeles Sparks are expected to target players such as Rickea Jackson and Kamilla Cardoso, respectively, to address specific needs and strengthen their rosters. Meanwhile, Reese is projected to be the No.7 pick, selected by Minnesota Lynx.
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