With the 2025 WNBA Draft officially in the books, we can now start looking forward to…the 2026 WNBA Draft?
Okay, so maybe that’s a little premature. Not many fans start thinking about next year’s draft immediately after the current year’s draft ends.
Any WNBA coach or general manager will tell you that drafting is a year-round process, though. League scouts don’t only look at what’s immediately in front of them; they pay attention to players all across the country, in different classes, and even international players who aren’t yet draft-eligible, watching closely for signs of growth and considering what things might look like the next time they’re on the clock.
No, this isn’t a mock draft. The WNBA season hasn’t even started yet, and a lot can happen in a year. But it’s safe to say that there are a handful of players that are certain to be drafted in 2026, no matter what happens between now and then. So, if you’re into looking ahead (way, way ahead) to future WNBA drafts, here are some names you’ll want to watch out for.
Olivia Miles (TCU)
