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An inside look at the Chicago Sky’s WNBA draft party at Revolution Brewing on April 13, 2026. ©2026 Chicago Tribune. Visit chicagotribune.com. Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC.
“I’m excited to play again with Paige,” Fudd said of her partner and former UConn teammate
The WNBA looks a little different this season.
The Sparks didn't expect South Carolina guard Ta'Niya Latson, a strong shooter who can also defend, to be available in the second round of the WNBA draft.
The Wings believe Fudd's elite shooting ability and off-ball movement make her a perfect fit
Fans gathered at Happiest Hour in Dallas on Monday night, where they celebrated the Wings' selection of Fudd at No. 1 overall.
The redshirt senior guard becomes the program’s third draft pick of the evening.
The All-Big 12 forward had her draft rights traded by the Seattle Storm.
The longest draft in WNBA history is in the books. The players selected Monday will be better compensated than any draft class in league history, and they’ll also have more opportunities to make the league now that it offers 15 rosters with 12 players each and up to two developmental player spots pe