As the WNBA prepares for its 2025 season starting May 16, ESPN experts conducted a mock fantasy women's basketball draft. Utilizing default settings of a six-team league with nine players each, analysts made selections while analyzing different strategies. Andre Snellings argued for A'ja Wilson based on her record-breaking 2024 season. Others like Jennifer LaCroix preferred Napheesa Collier for her increased role, while Gabriella Madden favored Sabrina Ionescu for her championship experience. This draft sets the stage for the upcoming season's fantasy leagues.
Snellings: I've hashed out my reasoning for Wilson as the top player in the draft. She put up the most dominant season in WNBA history in 2024 and is firmly in her prime.
LaCroix: I took Collier over Stewart because I think Collier's usage rate will be higher due to the lack of star power on the Lynx. While Stewart and Collier are both the go-to players on their teams, I think Collier will be asked to do more across the board.
Madden: Ionescu was an easy first pick for me. She was a big part of the championship New York Liberty team and I love her game. She's a consistent scorer and clicks with other high-production players.
Shebilske: The No. 2 pick may be one of my favorites in the first round, as you have your pick of either Wilson, who I consider to be the best player available...
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