WNBA Draft Buzz Begins
UConn's Azzi Fudd is drawing major WNBA Draft attention, with Sophie Cunningham weighing in on where she should be selected [https://www.si.com/onsi/womens-fastbreak/news/sophie-cunningham-weighs-in-on-azzi-fudd-uconn-wnba-draft-outlook]. The WNBA draft is scheduled for April 13th [https://www.si.com/onsi/womens-fastbreak/news/sophie-cunningham-weighs-in-on-azzi-fudd-uconn-wnba-draft-outlook]. Draft prep continues despite ongoing CBA negotiations, but the draft date is set [https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/wnba/2026/03/12/wnba-cba-live-update-negotiations-yield-salary-cap-movement-no-deal-yet/89115209007/].
Sophie Cunningham's comments on Azzi Fudd highlight the anticipation surrounding Fudd's WNBA potential. Cunningham suggested the Phoenix Mercury should consider trading up to draft Fudd, emphasizing her shooting ability and potential fit with Diana Taurasi and Kahleah Copper. The WNBA Draft date remains firm despite ongoing CBA negotiations, which have seen some progress regarding the salary cap but no final agreement as of yet. The Indiana Fever hold the first overall pick, followed by the Los Angeles Sparks with two picks (2nd and 5th), and the Chicago Sky with the third and fourth selections. This draft order sets the stage for potential team strategies and player acquisitions.
