The WNBA landscape is shifting as rookies begin to make significant contributions earlier in their careers, notably the 2024 draft class which saw all four lottery picks average over 20 fantasy points per game. This marks a historic moment since the lottery's inception in 2002, with eight rookies achieving over 15 fantasy points in 2024. Teams are eager to fill roster gaps this season, particularly those that missed last year's playoffs, creating opportunities for new players to shine, especially in positions lacking experience.
The 2024 draft class was an outlier from previous history; all four lottery picks averaged over 20 fantasy points per game for the first time since the lottery was implemented in 2002.
This year could build off of last year. While there isn't a rookie who could potentially be an All-Star or put up record-breaking numbers, there is potential for a lot of first rounders to contribute immediately.
Including, eight picks by teams that didn't make the playoffs last season, two picks by the Connecticut Sun, and one pick by the expansion team, the Golden State Valkyries.
The Mystics have a lack of experience and depth at the guard position; their only real veteran is Brittney Sykes, creating an opportunity for one of the four guards drafted.
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