"The draft is always an exciting night for the players who are selected. Then comes the reality of trying to make a WNBA roster. With two additional franchises and new CBA stipulations that teams must have 12 players and are allowed two developmental spots, there are more jobs and pathways to the league. But the competition will still be intense."
"The Dallas Wings have the top selection, as they did last year when they picked UConn guard Paige Bueckers, who won WNBA Rookie of the Year. Despite her individual success, the Wings tied for last place with the Chicago Sky at 10-34."
"Miles, PG, 5-foot-10, senior: She's ball-dominant but could work well with Bueckers, who can be effective moving without the ball. Both are elite-level offensive stars, and the right system could maximize both."
The WNBA draft is set for Monday at 7 p.m. ET, coinciding with a compressed free agency due to a new collective bargaining agreement. The addition of two franchises and new roster rules has created more opportunities, but competition remains fierce. The Dallas Wings hold the top pick, with four players vying for the No. 1 selection. The team's direction is uncertain after a coaching change, and the potential for pairing top prospects with existing players adds complexity to their decision-making process.
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