Facts I watched Sparks all last season, they were in desperate need of a point guard. Miles will make it easy for Brink, Jackson, and Hanby to get easy buckets.
@ it’s actually people saying they need Kiki! You can tell they didn’t pay attention to sparks they have bigs all over there roster they don’t need Kiki! If they take Kiki they will only people taking the best available player not need. They will take Olivia and they the sky will trade down for more picks and get a guard down the draft board.. unless flaujae comes out the sparks might take her that’s the only way the sky will get Olivia miles
@@tomkobe2245they won’t even take Flaujae. They need a PG. Then with the style of play they will run with Lynne Roberts as the coach it will be even more paramount for them. Olivia fits a need, Flaujae doesn’t. Especially when you have Rickea and Rae Burrell on the wing.
I'm not sold on KiKi yet in terms of top 3. Need to get see conference and tournament play. Flo will come out of she has a great NCAA run. She's sick of school now probably.😊
@@fixamacallit2672 it’s a good chance if she’s come out she will go to Chicago., I don’t see the sparks passing on miles!… and I’m with you I’m not sold on her either.. she needs to show me more 6’4 with a low motor. Very inconsistent.. but it’s still plenty of time. She will be a top 5 pick regardless
Good to see Lucy Olsen getting some love, I think she's a little underrated right now. Good sized guard, can score all over the floor, shoots 3, drives, finishes, draws fouls, serviceable on the defense end, rebounds, runs the break. She kind of a poor man's Citron, but a better all around scorer. She was the number 3 scorer in the country last year.
Great observation! Was wondering when Lucy was going to start getting some buzz. She's the real deal! She could absolutely score more but her role is to set her teammates up. Only takes about half the shots CC took.😁
Kind of curious, what makes you say Paige is a PG rather than a SG, every time I see her with the ball in her hands, she passes it off to a teammate and let's them decide what play to run
Technically she is a very good PG and we have seen that in her freshman year. What a lot of people are missing however is that Paige has almost ALWAYS played with another PG and gone 1/2, including during her Hopkins days when one of her teammates played PG mainly. Her freshman year at UConn was somewhat different but the way she is being played now is not that much different from how she played at Hopkins. I would argue she is more of a combo guard if anything, who can play the 1 through 4.
@@JaniceL-fm7sh you kinda should base things off currently tho not 4 years ago. A lot of people base things off her freshman/hs years which was ages ago.. since then she has played as a better sg then pg.
Aneesah Morrow is gonna be the steal of the draft. She's got a motor that can't be taught and plays with a chip on her shoulder. She's gonna be a younger version of Napheesa Collier. And, for all the people that think Flau'Jae Johnson is coming out early. Forget it. She was Kim Mulkey's first star recruit at LSU and they've got a really strong bond. Plus, she wants to leave her own legacy without Angel Reese. She will be the #1 pick in 2026.
She also has generational Wealth she wants to build for own Family. That's far stronger then ANY bond with any Coach. Her Legacy will be winning WNBA titles, NOT NCAA titles.
I’m sorry but I have to disagree. A 6’1” Power Forward that doesn’t space the floor will struggle in the modern WNBA. She will probably play some in the W but using a relative high draft pick on her would not be wise.
@@gh0str1dr1 Yea he hit the big try her button.. 😂.. She is a work horse not gonna take nothing from her but a top 5 pick will be crazy wild.. She might can go 8 😂😂😂
Excellent work here. I greatly value your organized thinking and the hard work you put into what you do. Assuming Flau’jae Johnson and Janiah Barker don’t declare for the draft, this years class is looking fairly weak. Paige Bueckers, Olivia Miles and Dominique Molonga have star potential. Ajsa Sivka, Kiki Iriafen, Sonia Citron and Te-Hina Paopao all look to be solid or good WNBA players. After that the talent pool falls significantly. That’s 7, so as a Fever fan I’m more than happy to trade away this years pick.
What are your thoughts on Angela Dugalic from UCLA as a draft prospect? 6’4 versatile big with handles, good shooting (53/45/100 splits so far this season), and defense. She’s averaging 9 pts, 7 rebs, 2 assists, 2 steals, and 1 block per game, and is also a two-time Olympian for Serbia. I think she’d at least get drafted in the second or third round, but if her shooting stays consistent this season, I could see her going in the first round (especially if UCLA wins the national championship)
I agree with you 100%. Dugalic has improved dramatically this year. Both statistically speaking and size wise, she's better than a lot of the people that Cruse has listed. Dugalic is a also a great team player and would be a nice asset for any team that drafts her.
I think the issue is looking at the W in the NBA lens. Most teams don’t value the 3pt shooting big. They still play inside out! The big that can get baskets in the paint is still valued high!
IMO Kiki will be a 4 in the W. If Morrow can improve her handle she may get mins at the 3. Glad mocks r dropping Fudd. Putting someone who can barely stay on the court ahead of productive players was wild. Barker is an enigma wrapped in a riddle. All the measurables r there but she doesn't stand out. She's that incredible athlete that kills in a combine but fades in games
I’m happy to see the season Olivia is having but it’s making my dream of her being on the Sky less likely. I like Citron but I feel like 3 may be a bit of a reach for her. If you were the Sky’s GM besides hoping Flau’jae declares 😂what would you do?
The Aneesah Morrow disrespect makes the list invalid. Shes the best rebounder in the country with range to the three and a consistent mid range. She can play the 3 or the 4
She’s a poor version of angel being real but smaller with 2/3 shooting she’s maybe a t5 but she’s 6-1 where u gonna play her in the W I think ppl think draft classes are always as good as last year nahhh last year was a blip Paige Olivia have upsideee but due to Paige’s side she’ll be fine but others is a crap shoot
@@js491-b2g Marrow is a monsta! Her role in LSU reduces her incredible talent and forces her to the block. She is a natural 2 or 3 g/sf at 6’1”. Superior athleticism. Her game will translate better on a team like Seattle, Dallas, Lynx, Atl, Mystics. She reminds me of Bentnijah Laney Hamilton.
@@1WizeDoveAneesah to Seattlenor Atlanta is perfect. She’d get to learn from Nneka or Tina Charles. Without a doubt she’d be impactful and help them make a playoff push on defense and rebounding alone.
Either Maddy Westbeld or Sonia Citron would be great fits for the Fever. I’m hoping Sonia goes three and Olivia goes two. One thing I don’t like about this mock draft is that you have Maddy Westbeld Going 22 she may be injured right now, but she’s such a versatile power forward and I think if she gets drafted to a team that develops her the right way she can turn out to be a really well-rounded W Player. Let’s see her go five through 10.
I think Paige is playing smart! Don't get hurt and be healthy for the draft! She already has proven herself. It's a senior from Havard that seems to be great, too!
What do you think about Destiny Adams and Saylor Poffenbarger if she enters the WNBA draft and what about Sarah Ashell Barker for the draft what rounds do you think they would be drafted in???
Such a bad draft. Paige is good, Miles should do well in LA. Do not have any hope pass that. Malonga I could see a Liberty pick for JJ's replacement in a couple of years. Right now she has problems catching the ball. Sivka is a insane pick unless it is the Lynx at the end of the round. As you said she is probably 3 years away. She is playing in a second tier Euro Cup. I have seen full games and she has flashes but she may never be better than that. Euros come to America and average far less. Time will tell. With 2 maybe 3 Expansion Drafts in the next 3 years, you have to keep protecting her to keep her rights. Someone may pick her knowing you can use her as bait for the Expansion Draft.
No Sedona Prince? Major miss there. She's filling out the stat book with 17ppg, 9rbg 3 blocks and 2 assist per game. And she shoots 63% from the field and 70% from the line. if she falls to the Fever, it's game over.
Who will watch the W when bigs are on the outside shooting 3s (bricks) instead of going to the basket to score and get rebounds. I like the college game because of coaches like Mulkey and Staley. Let me paraphrase Mulkey; No, no, you are a big girl, get in there and get some rebounds.
I think Flau'jae comes out this year. She's doing Unrivaled promotions with Paige, it would be weird if they didn't join the league together. And she already won a national championship, nothing to stay for.
Hey Hunter, do you think Madison Conner will be a wnba player? I saw you had her listed in the third round. Would love to hear your thoughts and reasoning!
If she was an average defender, she’s absolutely a prospect, but shooting specialists aren’t valued that highly in the W if you can’t defend or finish. Mikesell didn’t make it, Joens didn’t make it, Lou was drafted way too high & hasn’t done anything, Kianna Smith didn’t make it, Hannah Jump went undrafted, Robertson wasn’t drafted either, etc etc
Good question! I’ve watched a lot of historical prospects & the 80+ FV players I had based on their pre-draft film was: - Candace Parker - Lauren Jackson (she was one of the best players on the court against WNBA superstars at 18-19 at the Olympics. I highly recommend watching that film) - Breanna Stewart I had an 80 on Caitlin & not an 80+ only because of the defense. I viewed A’ja as an 80 as well, Catch was in that tier but the injury pre-draft made it a little harder) and I would probably have JuJu as an 80, same with Paige ofc. Besides that, too early to tell w/ Sarah Strong. Awa Fam, Olivia Miles, Hannah Hidalgo, etc all very good just not quite 80 for me rn
We will see how this draft shakes out as things move forward. Things could be very very wrong. Angel Reese was ranked in the 20s last year by this board and we all know how she ended up.
@@josephbrunnerLoL 😂! HVL is definitely on the radar. She just won't be a first round pick. But, she will definitely get drafted. Doing a great job with TCU showing how her game has grown. She'll be fine.
Thank you Hunter. Enjoyed your Rankings, and Commentary. Couple of questions if you can Oblige, Do you think Sivka has the Potential to Improve in Being a Finisher and Driving to the Basket more? Which could potentially draw more fouls and improve Sivka’s PPG. 2nd question- Is there any Player or ‘Players’ that you Personally Feel, Could possibly Contend with Bueckers for the No# 1 Draft Selection by the time The Numbers/Stats are all in, prior to the 2025 Draft? I Feel that its possible, and I would just like to know if you do also Hunter? Also, just adding, I personally think Haley Van Lith and Lucy Olsen have much More Talent and Potential as well as Strong Chance of being Drafted than vs as you listed them as mere Honorable mentions, “Just my Opinion” Thank you Hunter
Sivka has the potential to improve in those areas, yes, but I don’t see her ever becoming a high-volume impact rim threat. Miles has a *chance* to be the best prospect in the class, but it’d require her to basically be the 42+% shooter she’s been so far this season as the norm for her future. I’d be surprised if she was a 42% shooter over her career. I’d be VERY happy w/ 36% though
2 weeks ago, you said if the Fever wanted a player that could play for them right away, Shayne Sellers would realistically be their best choice. Do you still think this?
Ayoka Lee's problem is her bag is extremely limited. Seen her play in person a couple times. Rarely shoots more than 5 feet from the basket. No post moves. She won't be able to post deep at will in the W. But she will probably have her shot to make a roster.
Prospects Not Mentioned that I would have rated: Aaliyah Nye | Alabama | Shooting Guard | 6'0" | Senior Julia Ayrault | Michigan State | Small Forward | 6'2" | Senior Ioanna Krimili | Cal | Combo Guard | 5'10" | Senior Lauren Jensen | Creighton | Point Guard | 5'10" | Senior Ayoka Lee | Kansas State | Center | 6'6" | Senior
I talked about Lee in a different post. I've seen her in person a couple times. Not familiar with any of these other players. Don't think any of them are on anyone's radar.🥴
I Don't see where you got Raven sitting at 21. she is not a feared 3- pointer because she controls the offence. And it's not her major role to be knocking down 3re's Remember the Championship game? She closed out Caitlin. She is a point guard who can defend and can average 8 points and at least 8 assist. She might not be a standout, but she can get the job done.
I was looking at her for the Fever and wondering if she would be a significant upgrade over Damiris Dantas who is a solid 3 pt shooter but pretty average to poor everywhere else.
@ Tyler Marsh posted on X a month ago that he was watching the Duke vs K-State game. If Serena still there Jeff, and Tyler are drafting her, if she continues to play how she has. A 6’2 point guard who can pass, and shoot is crazy, it’s just her defense that has to improve.
Do you think Morrow’s best fit is with the Fever? Felt this way when I’ve watched her this season and seeing how she can pair up with Clark despite her size. I do agree she’s very fit dependent, probably the most out of anyone that could go in the top 10.
I worry about Caitlin not having any driving windows with Aliyah and Aneesah. I’d rather take someone that fits with both than someone that fits with just Caitlin and you have to stagger minutes to get them on the court effectively
@@HunterCruse14 Just thinking they may go for her if Citron, Paopao and Sivka are off the board before their pick which is possible. Fudd’s also an option as I think she fits the Fever but injuries are a massive red flag.
Think the 5'11 measurements are off - on Schindler's USC vs UConn podcast McKenzie Forbes said she was probs 6'1, and others have said she's def 6'0 leaning 6'1
HC, glad to see you finally added Lucy "i love lucy" Olsen to the list. However, I think you are under valuing her. People forget she was top 3 in the nation in scoring last year. Her role is different with Iowa. She a damn good ball handler who sets up her teammates and still has a good scoring average. I would say her defense is decent as well. Definitely would rank her ahead of Georgia at this point. And what about Sedona Prince? She's proving herself and you can't teach Six foot Seven.😊
He won't talk about Prince because the supposed Off court issues that nobody is really even certain about what actually happened. Lucy is certainly a better choice then Georgia.
@@natureredux1957 whatever these so called off court issues are, they don't appear to be affecting her play. If they were that serious, I'm sure she would not be playing for Texas Christian University right now 🥴.
Lucy is definitely undervalued in this draft. She's going to be a steal for someone. Staying with Iowa, I could see someone stealing Sydney Affolter in the 3rd round too. She's got the build and the skills for the W. One of those players that could have a better pro career than college.
@@shanebouchard1367 Feuerbach has all the Tools to be perform at a wayyyyy higher level then she has in her College Career. So if somebody gives her a chance, I might say the same for her. Lucy will definitely be a Steal come the WNBA draft.
@shanebouchard1367 Steal in the third round?! 😂 I agree, Affolter has a similar skill set to Kate Martin but a better ball handler and slight edge as a scorer as well. Wouldn't be surprised if Becky snatched her up to replace Kate.🥴
Bottom line.... NEW WNBA... Can you shoot from 22'2''..? Because if you can't we don't need you.! Don't need tweeners. Don't need passing guards who can't shoot Don't need 6'1'' Wings who can't finish or shoot Don't need any FT' shooters at 75% or less [did ya spend any time in the gym? If ya can't SPRINT for 8 minutes uninterrupted wrong league for you. Welcome to the NEW WNBA
Nah, if indiana won't get Citron then go for Van Lith. Van Lith is a reliable sharpshooter. I would prefer citron's defense though. She is the stopper of opposing team's best player.
@@Freak-Keane I would take Citron but I actually think Citron goes to Sky at# 3. Sellers is good at 8 if she doesn’t go 6 to Sky. There are a couple foreign players At 8 or maybe Morrow
If I was Dallas, I wouldn't even be thinking about taking Beuckers at number one. They need a true, ready-made point guard, and that's exactly what Olivia Miles is. Paige is a shooting guard who can play the point, but she is so much better off the ball. I know LA wants Burekers, and that's where Bueckers wants to go. So, I would work out a deal with the Sparks to swap picks, also me LAs 13th pick as well, on the condition they take Beuckers with the 1st pick.
I think you’re right. This seems to be her last year at LSU. Why would Unrivaled announce an NIL deal with her (and Paige) if she’s not going to play in season 2 of Unrivaled in January 2026? They might as well have just announced Juju if they were fine for waiting until season 3 or 4. However, even though she will probably play in Unrivaled next year versus LSU, perhaps she sits out the 2025 draft and enters the 2026 draft to take advantage of the higher salary caps from the upcoming CBA?
@@SinisterAristotle I honestly I thought about that because..... If LA doesn't pick her up then Chicago will almost definitely do it imo I know her and Angel are not on the best of terms right now but it would be quite ironic if they ended up on the same team again..... Especially with her playing alongside the girl who pushed her down her last college year... Kamilla🥹 I'm certain this draft is going to be very interesting to say the least 😎
Paige is very underrated. Advanced stats prove she is one of the top players in the country. People with surface level basketball knowledge that just look at the box score will create a narrative to disrespect Paige. It’s weird that so many people hate Paige when she literally just minds her business and plays ball the right way.
Lol ain't no way anybody would not be picking her at number Also she fits very well with dallas based upon why you'll think shes been disappointing because shes still very good off ball lol
What about Ayoka Lee (Kansas State), Jillian Hayes (Cincinnati), (Maryland) Kaylene Smikle, Aaliyah Nye (Bama), Deja Kelly (Oregon), Kaitlin Peterson (UCF) and Aaliyah Moore (Texas). These women are wnba ready. They got talent and potential.
HVL is having a pretty nice comeback season with TCU. Coming out of Louisville, she would have been a first round pick, don't see that now. She should go in draft however, probably second or even third round.
Annessa Morrow is not really a 4 or 5 she should be looked at as a 3 . She is way better than #9 she should be in the top 6 , She has a complete game, she is playing out of position at LSU out of necessity, because she should be playing the 3,
Her teammate Angela Dugalic has been better. Much better if you factor in efficiency. Barker looking like another player that transfered to the wrong team.
I would like to say a few words about your ranking: 1) Are you grading these players on the quality of the opponent? 2) It's hard to grade South Carolina players because of the system; let's take Hall as an example, this young lady would hit a shot then is banished to the bench instead of getting an extending run and the same goes for Feagin, just take a look at her play in FIBA 3x3 and one would notice the talent that Feagin possess.
Pie in the sky. Nobody even has a clue how well the most promising CBB prospects will transition in the W. Unless they are Caitlin Clark or Candace Parker.
@@tabularasa9554 It's true that some players would be great in any system but many fail in college and the pro level because the system/style of play does not fit their game.
IMO, he's 1 of the best graders of W potential. Much better than ESPN & others. Is he 100% right? No, not close but he takes into account aspects that most don't. Becuz a player is good in college vs future real estate agents & teachers doesn't always translate. I'm a big SC fan. Dawn prepares them but many of their players are end of benchers in the W...Zia, Destinee, LA, Victaria, Kiki etc. Bree Hall will likely be another 1
None of Dawn's players are "banished" to the bench for God sakes. Every player on that TEAM understands their roles. That's why they are National Champions.
@@RustyLou18 Rusty, please allow me to apologize, "banished" was the wrong choice of word. However, Breezy and Feagin have continued to be great team players for the betterment of their team and now in year four, I think Coach Staley needs to give both of them a longer run in games. Look, I also disagreed with Coach Staley making the change from Bianca to Ty in the 16-17 season but we won the big one, thanks to both of them working together.
Saniya Rivers and Laila need to be lower on the board, Move Azzi up just a little bit, Harmoni Turner 100% needs to be a 1/2 rounder no doubt, HVL needs to be 2nd round, Madison Conner 2nd round
if la lets chicago have olivia pair up with carter and then get another decent wing... i genuinely think chicago becomes a top 6/7 team. chicago absolutely should not draft iriafen it would be dumb. they need olivia. but if not liv amoore pao or a good 3
@@geronimocruz9123no the fever is toxic .. had a player in a love affair with a suns player which compromised her entire playing game style and nobody wants to go to that racist cesspool anyways
Kiki needs to play with a stretch 5, like JJ/Dolson/Brink and play inside on offense and perimeter switch on defense, she is not good enough to be protecting the rim, forward is so stacked in wnba she is gonna get eaten alive on defense(we talking potential for her to be as bad NaLyssaSmith kind of defense so really bad and hopefully decent enough to be average on that end if she works on it /motivated on that side even so it will take time so her rookie year defense is gonna be very poor, if she is asked to guard all-star/mvp level forwards uh oh, not good),so this limits her potential teams to perform really well, how ever obviously Sparks can get her, issue here is , new coach is 3 &D and very efficient inside scoring, and Kiki isnt great at shooting the 3 / 1v1 breaking down set defender/defense, she is better when going downhill via speed and space created inside already by some one else, be it some one line Brink crashing and then moving said big out the paint to follow her for corner 3 or a fast guard that burns defender, and then paint protector has to over-react and then said guard/big then pass back outside/to Kiki to drive etc,, not when defense is set and she has to break down another big /mobile forward or center.Sparks also need guard play really bad, they had the worst guard performance in the league, there was a few games for example vs Fever where bboth guards went total 5 field goal made out of 25 between Lexie Brown and Nurse, and this wasnt just one game it was a few, oftne on wide open looks generated by rickea/brink double team and so on. For that reason i think Kiki might drop down team wise if you tell me she will be drafted at 4 or 5/6 i wouldnt be surprised at all. The league coaches/scouts are learning, drafting a 6,1-6,4 player that isnt good defender/slow/way below average on defense (like NaLysa Smith) & cant stretch the floor ( like Haley Jones as well ) and wasting top 2/3-7 pick for them is not a good idea, given the fact that there is some really good drafts coming up and trading said pick will provide you exp vet that already can help you do better +rookies learning from said person. Back in the day people use to take more risk on said players, i think we will see far less of it now, players ike Leonie Fiebich and Vnloo with experience and cheap rookie scale contract but already good enough to start have much higher value then getting NCAAW undeveloped players with no pro experience.There is also the other side of this, every year we have people drafted second round that via good coaching and over-sea experience or right team ( coz of injuries) improve and get to become really good even if they got waived early on (Leonie Fiebich at pick 22, Ezi Magbegor at 12 , Myisha Hines-Allen at 19, Bridget Carleton at 21 and so on , just example of playoff players from this year) so taking said risk in this range is far better compared to top pick. As you have shown in examples here in Malonga or Sivka, already will have pro exp+olympic even and are being developed by pro coaches, rather then 'play only this way as we need to win right now ncaaw mentality' where coaches will not risk and allow player to be 25-30% shooting from the 3 point line of 3-4 attempts coz it will cost them and limit players to only what they are good at, not developing skills, while in over-sea leagues you can see that isnt the case most of the time, and then second year player becomes much better coz they had 80-100 attempts only shooting 28-30% last year but now have confidence and year of experience doing so to become better. Meanwhile NCAAW person get thrown in the deep end in WNBA, often facing all-star/mvp level forward that cooks them real good, everyone is faster longer better is a big shock and they often end up under-performing or have mental issues on that end ,and that's only normal as the level is much different and they where not prepared well by coaches in NCAAW.
Hunter has talked about it, why he dosnt mention or will give her 'time of day' because of off-field stuff . Check the channel for said video he explains it quite well and we should respect that decision.
@@faflafaflev3899 didn’t kno that but what does that have to do with facts? The fact is she’s in the running for npoy and dpoy so she’s on a draft board you can’t just post inaccurate information bc you don’t like somebody. So if I don’t like Hannah Hidalgo because of off the court stuff I’m just gonna act like she’s not the best player in college right now?
Why did you not mention Angela Dugalic from UCLA?? She is 6-4, and is shooting 53% overall, and is shooting 45% from 3 point range. She's made 100% of her free throws this year and is averaging over 7 rebounds per game and 10 points per game while averaging only 22 minutes per game. Dugalic is a senior. Barker is not.
S.Prince is being slept on. She's 6'7" , mobile, can hit the middie consistently, blocks shots and runs the floor. She should be in the top 10 at least at this moment.
@@fixamacallit2672 Not slept on, it is the other issues off the Court which is keeping most people from talking about her. Otherwise she is Certainly top 3 WNBA Draft Talent at worse.
@HunterCruse14 😂 If I thought you were pretending to be dumb, I would say so but I know you ain't pretending. Laugh now all you want because you gonna cry in hell, fool.
not sure how Azzi Fudd is on this list. technically she's a Junior, and having missed so much time, why would she go to the WNBA, where they don't take care of you if you get injured. until she can make through a full season and improve her other skills, I don't recommend her leaving college for the W. Amore will not make it in the W as well. too small and can't play defense.
Paige had 22 against USC and lost by a couple and beat USC in the tournament with 6 players in her squad, so what struggles against JuJu are you talking about, knao
@@RustyLou18 UConn still beat USC when it mattered with less players. Overrating a win in December will not convince people to not take Paige at 1 when Paige has led her teams to 3 final fours and a national championship appearance which JuJu has not done yet.
Bree Hall is a decent on ball defender but falls off in her lateral movement. Stiff! Most guards her size and smaller can easily attack Hall's rigid lateral. Bree must keep midlevel distance between herself and the ball to prevent the drive to the basket. Decent motor but lacks the mental focus and strength to match her marginal athleticism. Good length and disposition but I don't see her making a WNBA roster. Her game is more suited for overseas. Georgia Amoore, spot on with your analysis. My heart aches for Azzi Fudd and wbb. Her skill set is box office! From her movement, speed, size, etc., but prone to injury. I pray that I'm wrong, but we may never get to see her light up the stage as a marque in the W! Azzi's talent was meant to shatter records and catapult the next wave of media and fan interest in the W. Reminds me of Greg Oden and several college greats that never panned out due to their body's inability to endure the rigors of elite athletics.
Disagree, I think Breezy is absolutely suited for the W. Four years of playing against the highest level of competition, many of whom are in the W right now. I believe she will be on a roster when the season starts.
@ I hope you’re right but at 6’ with a marginal skill set (offense/defense), she will be overshadowed by European players entering the draft. She doesn’t have anything in her arsenal that separates her from more experienced players from overseas. I see her being drafted in the 2nd or 3rd round and then waved. If she improves her ball handling and outside shot, she might complete her 1st yr in the W. Bree’s role in SC has diminished not so much due to the talent on the team but lack of productivity. Clearly Tessa Johnson is a better shooter and defender. Bree is a very intelligent young lady with other interest.
@@1WizeDove I watched the Euro league the other day, wasn't impressed. Not on the level of the W. Breezy has played in more competitive games in college. Facts!
@@adelajagbenga3889there is an age limit for W draft. Players in college have to either be turning 22 years old the same year as the draft or already 22 or graduate with their degree. Juju won’t be eligible until 2027.
I been saying it for the longest the sparks don’t need Kiki.. they will take Olivia miles
Facts I watched Sparks all last season, they were in desperate need of a point guard. Miles will make it easy for Brink, Jackson, and Hanby to get easy buckets.
@ it’s actually people saying they need Kiki! You can tell they didn’t pay attention to sparks they have bigs all over there roster they don’t need Kiki! If they take Kiki they will only people taking the best available player not need. They will take Olivia and they the sky will trade down for more picks and get a guard down the draft board.. unless flaujae comes out the sparks might take her that’s the only way the sky will get Olivia miles
@@tomkobe2245they won’t even take Flaujae. They need a PG. Then with the style of play they will run with Lynne Roberts as the coach it will be even more paramount for them. Olivia fits a need, Flaujae doesn’t. Especially when you have Rickea and Rae Burrell on the wing.
I'm not sold on KiKi yet in terms of top 3. Need to get see conference and tournament play. Flo will come out of she has a great NCAA run. She's sick of school now probably.😊
@@fixamacallit2672 it’s a good chance if she’s come out she will go to Chicago., I don’t see the sparks passing on miles!… and I’m with you I’m not sold on her either.. she needs to show me more 6’4 with a low motor. Very inconsistent.. but it’s still plenty of time. She will be a top 5 pick regardless
Good to see Lucy Olsen getting some love, I think she's a little underrated right now. Good sized guard, can score all over the floor, shoots 3, drives, finishes, draws fouls, serviceable on the defense end, rebounds, runs the break. She kind of a poor man's Citron, but a better all around scorer. She was the number 3 scorer in the country last year.
Great observation! Was wondering when Lucy was going to start getting some buzz. She's the real deal! She could absolutely score more but her role is to set her teammates up. Only takes about half the shots CC took.😁
You have that backwards. Citron is the poorer version. LOL.
Aneesah Morrow is a 3 (Small Forward), Best MOTOR in the draft, Great Defender, can handle the 🏀 in the open court & a PURE AGGRESSIVE DAWG 🔥🔥🔥!!
Yep, Morrow has maybe the Best Motor in the upcoming WNBA draft.
Could be a great 3 and D player in the Dub
Kind of curious, what makes you say Paige is a PG rather than a SG, every time I see her with the ball in her hands, she passes it off to a teammate and let's them decide what play to run
Technically she is a very good PG and we have seen that in her freshman year. What a lot of people are missing however is that Paige has almost ALWAYS played with another PG and gone 1/2, including during her Hopkins days when one of her teammates played PG mainly. Her freshman year at UConn was somewhat different but the way she is being played now is not that much different from how she played at Hopkins. I would argue she is more of a combo guard if anything, who can play the 1 through 4.
@@JaniceL-fm7sh you kinda should base things off currently tho not 4 years ago. A lot of people base things off her freshman/hs years which was ages ago.. since then she has played as a better sg then pg.
It’s based on assumption. We haven’t seen Paige regularly playing PG in a very long time.
Idk why people say that. She is not a point guard. Paige being better on ball does make her a PG. She just likes the ball in her hands.
Wnba > nba
Funny enough everything fans complain about with the NBA, the W has. Defense, physicality, midrange jumpers etc. also, young talent you can root for
@@Hamilton47 yes and they getting finer ain’t they.. 😂😂
@@Hamilton47 WNBA WOULDN'T TAKES EIGHT STEPSS DRIBBLE LIKKELLECHOKE JAAMEES
Aneesah Morrow is gonna be the steal of the draft. She's got a motor that can't be taught and plays with a chip on her shoulder. She's gonna be a younger version of Napheesa Collier. And, for all the people that think Flau'Jae Johnson is coming out early. Forget it. She was Kim Mulkey's first star recruit at LSU and they've got a really strong bond. Plus, she wants to leave her own legacy without Angel Reese. She will be the #1 pick in 2026.
She also has generational Wealth she wants to build for own Family. That's far stronger then ANY bond with any Coach. Her Legacy will be winning WNBA titles, NOT NCAA titles.
I’m sorry but I have to disagree. A 6’1” Power Forward that doesn’t space the floor will struggle in the modern WNBA. She will probably play some in the W but using a relative high draft pick on her would not be wise.
Comparing Morrow to Phee is wild.
@@gh0str1dr1 Yea he hit the big try her button.. 😂.. She is a work horse not gonna take nothing from her but a top 5 pick will be crazy wild.. She might can go 8 😂😂😂
@@KCE.Sports think I've seen a mock or two that have Morrow going top 5.🤷♂️
Feel like HVL has definitely played her way back into the draft convo this year
You are spot on with K. Iriafen. Low motor. Tremendous potential.
Nope, he is Wrong about her motor.
Iriafen locked in second pick has too much upside
Idk where miles come from being 2 lol but there’s a lot of decent guards
@@ronewilliams1993right now, Olivia is the best true point guard. Let me ask you a question, who is your favorite wcb team?
@@ronewilliams1993Mills been snapping for awhile now.. She just was out all last season slick..
Excellent work here. I greatly value your organized thinking and the hard work you put into what you do. Assuming Flau’jae Johnson and Janiah Barker don’t declare for the draft, this years class is looking fairly weak. Paige Bueckers, Olivia Miles and Dominique Molonga have star potential. Ajsa Sivka, Kiki Iriafen, Sonia Citron and Te-Hina Paopao all look to be solid or good WNBA players. After that the talent pool falls significantly. That’s 7, so as a Fever fan I’m more than happy to trade away this years pick.
What are your thoughts on Angela Dugalic from UCLA as a draft prospect? 6’4 versatile big with handles, good shooting (53/45/100 splits so far this season), and defense. She’s averaging 9 pts, 7 rebs, 2 assists, 2 steals, and 1 block per game, and is also a two-time Olympian for Serbia. I think she’d at least get drafted in the second or third round, but if her shooting stays consistent this season, I could see her going in the first round (especially if UCLA wins the national championship)
She most likely will go overseas and make MUCH more money.
I agree with you 100%. Dugalic has improved dramatically this year. Both statistically speaking and size wise, she's better than a lot of the people that Cruse has listed. Dugalic is a also a great team player and would be a nice asset for any team that drafts her.
Sonia might turn out to be the best all around pro.
As well as Tehina.
@@walterbrob and mills… ready ready.. paopao soils to shhh…
Right????
I think the issue is looking at the W in the NBA lens. Most teams don’t value the 3pt shooting big. They still play inside out! The big that can get baskets in the paint is still valued high!
Teams absolutely value BIGS that can shoot the 3s. What world have you been living in.
Could be a great 3 and D player in the Dub
@@natureredux1957right the league is changing you got to be able to space the floor
IMO Kiki will be a 4 in the W.
If Morrow can improve her handle she may get mins at the 3.
Glad mocks r dropping Fudd. Putting someone who can barely stay on the court ahead of productive players was wild.
Barker is an enigma wrapped in a riddle. All the measurables r there but she doesn't stand out. She's that incredible athlete that kills in a combine but fades in games
I’m happy to see the season Olivia is having but it’s making my dream of her being on the Sky less likely. I like Citron but I feel like 3 may be a bit of a reach for her. If you were the Sky’s GM besides hoping Flau’jae declares 😂what would you do?
Trade back 1-2 spots if ya can or just take Citron or Pao
Is it possible the international players would sit out the 2025 draft and wait until after the new cba?
Would be a smart move
The Aneesah Morrow disrespect makes the list invalid. Shes the best rebounder in the country with range to the three and a consistent mid range. She can play the 3 or the 4
She’s a poor version of angel being real but smaller with 2/3 shooting she’s maybe a t5 but she’s 6-1 where u gonna play her in the W I think ppl think draft classes are always as good as last year nahhh last year was a blip Paige Olivia have upsideee but due to Paige’s side she’ll be fine but others is a crap shoot
@@Whizkidsoo Paige will NOT be the #1 pick.
@@js491-b2g Marrow is a monsta! Her role in LSU reduces her incredible talent and forces her to the block. She is a natural 2 or 3 g/sf at 6’1”. Superior athleticism. Her game will translate better on a team like Seattle, Dallas, Lynx, Atl, Mystics. She reminds me of Bentnijah Laney Hamilton.
@@1WizeDoveAneesah to Seattlenor Atlanta is perfect. She’d get to learn from Nneka or Tina Charles. Without a doubt she’d be impactful and help them make a playoff push on defense and rebounding alone.
agreed !!
Either Maddy Westbeld or Sonia Citron would be great fits for the Fever. I’m hoping Sonia goes three and Olivia goes two. One thing I don’t like about this mock draft is that you have Maddy Westbeld Going 22 she may be injured right now, but she’s such a versatile power forward and I think if she gets drafted to a team that develops her the right way she can turn out to be a really well-rounded W Player. Let’s see her go five through 10.
I think Paige is playing smart! Don't get hurt and be healthy for the draft! She already has proven herself. It's a senior from Havard that seems to be great, too!
What do you think about Destiny Adams and Saylor Poffenbarger if she enters the WNBA draft and what about Sarah Ashell Barker for the draft what rounds do you think they would be drafted in???
Such a bad draft. Paige is good, Miles should do well in LA. Do not have any hope pass that. Malonga I could see a Liberty pick for JJ's replacement in a couple of years. Right now she has problems catching the ball. Sivka is a insane pick unless it is the Lynx at the end of the round. As you said she is probably 3 years away. She is playing in a second tier Euro Cup. I have seen full games and she has flashes but she may never be better than that. Euros come to America and average far less. Time will tell. With 2 maybe 3 Expansion Drafts in the next 3 years, you have to keep protecting her to keep her rights. Someone may pick her knowing you can use her as bait for the Expansion Draft.
No Sedona Prince? Major miss there. She's filling out the stat book with 17ppg, 9rbg 3 blocks and 2 assist per game. And she shoots 63% from the field and 70% from the line. if she falls to the Fever, it's game over.
Sedonia is like 30
She's 24, 25 on draft day.
She totally disappear vs Gamecocks when it count 2 weeks ago 🤷♂
South Carolina was rough, but the 30-16 double double against NC State and the 20 20 double double against Notre Dame was impressive.
@ both of those teams had weak bigs or injured bigs. When she plays against a team who has decent bigs she doesn’t do well.
Who will watch the W when bigs are on the outside shooting 3s (bricks) instead of going to the basket to score and get rebounds. I like the college game because of coaches like Mulkey and Staley. Let me paraphrase Mulkey; No, no, you are a big girl, get in there and get some rebounds.
I think Flau'jae comes out this year. She's doing Unrivaled promotions with Paige, it would be weird if they didn't join the league together. And she already won a national championship, nothing to stay for.
Hey Hunter, do you think Madison Conner will be a wnba player? I saw you had her listed in the third round. Would love to hear your thoughts and reasoning!
If she was an average defender, she’s absolutely a prospect, but shooting specialists aren’t valued that highly in the W if you can’t defend or finish. Mikesell didn’t make it, Joens didn’t make it, Lou was drafted way too high & hasn’t done anything, Kianna Smith didn’t make it, Hannah Jump went undrafted, Robertson wasn’t drafted either, etc etc
@ thank you! I appreciate that insight
I noticed there is a new tier (80+ FV). Are there any players you think have an 80+ FV (college and WNBA)?
Good question! I’ve watched a lot of historical prospects & the 80+ FV players I had based on their pre-draft film was:
- Candace Parker
- Lauren Jackson (she was one of the best players on the court against WNBA superstars at 18-19 at the Olympics. I highly recommend watching that film)
- Breanna Stewart
I had an 80 on Caitlin & not an 80+ only because of the defense. I viewed A’ja as an 80 as well, Catch was in that tier but the injury pre-draft made it a little harder) and I would probably have JuJu as an 80, same with Paige ofc.
Besides that, too early to tell w/ Sarah Strong. Awa Fam, Olivia Miles, Hannah Hidalgo, etc all very good just not quite 80 for me rn
I know my mystics gonna draft a Frenchwoman. That’s a monumental way
Lmao 100%
Hailey Van Lith still not getting respect.
We will see how this draft shakes out as things move forward. Things could be very very wrong. Angel Reese was ranked in the 20s last year by this board and we all know how she ended up.
@@JaniceL-fm7sh Cardoso will end up being the best rebounder on Chicago...Reese isn't a team player.
@@josephbrunnerLoL 😂! HVL is definitely on the radar. She just won't be a first round pick. But, she will definitely get drafted. Doing a great job with TCU showing how her game has grown. She'll be fine.
For sure. She will still be in the league longer than some drafted before here. If I needed a guard she would be 10-13 for me. @@fixamacallit2672
@@mollycdx Let the hate flow thru you.
Thank you Hunter. Enjoyed your Rankings, and Commentary. Couple of questions if you can Oblige, Do you think Sivka has the Potential to Improve in Being a Finisher and Driving to the Basket more? Which could potentially draw more fouls and improve Sivka’s PPG.
2nd question- Is there any Player or ‘Players’ that you Personally Feel, Could possibly Contend with Bueckers for the No# 1 Draft Selection by the time The Numbers/Stats are all in, prior to the 2025 Draft? I Feel that its possible, and I would just like to know if you do also Hunter?
Also, just adding,
I personally think
Haley Van Lith and Lucy Olsen have much More Talent and Potential as well as Strong Chance of being Drafted than vs as you listed them as mere Honorable mentions, “Just my Opinion”
Thank you Hunter
Sivka has the potential to improve in those areas, yes, but I don’t see her ever becoming a high-volume impact rim threat. Miles has a *chance* to be the best prospect in the class, but it’d require her to basically be the 42+% shooter she’s been so far this season as the norm for her future. I’d be surprised if she was a 42% shooter over her career. I’d be VERY happy w/ 36% though
2 weeks ago, you said if the Fever wanted a player that could play for them right away, Shayne Sellers would realistically be their best choice. Do you still think this?
Yeah, I think so!
@@HunterCruse14to play what position?! Is she replacing Ny Smith??? Seems like Steph White has her in the plans for next season.😏
Great breakdown. I still believe in Janiah Barker as well. Great pick for the Fever at 8
How about Ayoka Lee?
Ayoka Lee's problem is her bag is extremely limited. Seen her play in person a couple times. Rarely shoots more than 5 feet from the basket. No post moves. She won't be able to post deep at will in the W. But she will probably have her shot to make a roster.
Prospects Not Mentioned that I would have rated:
Aaliyah Nye | Alabama | Shooting Guard | 6'0" | Senior
Julia Ayrault | Michigan State | Small Forward | 6'2" | Senior
Ioanna Krimili | Cal | Combo Guard | 5'10" | Senior
Lauren Jensen | Creighton | Point Guard | 5'10" | Senior
Ayoka Lee | Kansas State | Center | 6'6" | Senior
You can still do ur own rating.
I talked about Lee in a different post. I've seen her in person a couple times. Not familiar with any of these other players. Don't think any of them are on anyone's radar.🥴
I Don't see where you got Raven sitting at 21. she is not a feared 3- pointer because she controls the offence. And it's not her major role to be knocking down 3re's Remember the Championship game? She closed out Caitlin. She is a point guard who can defend and can average 8 points and at least 8 assist. She might not be a standout, but she can get the job done.
Raven can't average 8 assists. She can't even average 3 assists this season.
I put Sonia at number 3 n sellers at 10 for Chicago
LMAO this would be absoulutly terrible
Miles at #1, Pao Pao at #2, Sonya at #3.
Chicago not getting miles so that why I put Sonia over her
Chicago said they looking overseas too
I would draft Cintron at #3, could probably trade back to #5 even. Then grab PaoPao at #10.
Ur crazy as hell to have Maddy Westbeld at 22 she should at least be between 10 and 13 I think she’s going to be the steal of the draft
I was looking at her for the Fever and wondering if she would be a significant upgrade over Damiris Dantas who is a solid 3 pt shooter but pretty average to poor everywhere else.
@@christopherkohl6511 she would be a significant upgrade over dantas, I was hoping Chicago picked her with the 10th pick
She’s a lock down but she plays w. Top pg & sg prolly best duo in the country but she can be a Lexie hull back up
Maddy Westbeld if healthy is a Top Five Talent. Easily.
being hurt hurt her stock it is what it is
I put Sonia Citron at 3, and Serena Sundell at 10. I got Kiki going to Golden State, and they build around her.
Serena Sundell is getting slept on.
@ Tyler Marsh posted on X a month ago that he was watching the Duke vs K-State game. If Serena still there Jeff, and Tyler are drafting her, if she continues to play how she has. A 6’2 point guard who can pass, and shoot is crazy, it’s just her defense that has to improve.
@@M.J.504 Ok. Interesting. Could be a good pick there. I would take her over the undersized point guards also.
@@nevans5072what do you think about Lauren Jenson and Morgan Maly?
@@AlanFort-z6u I haven't really watched Creighton, to be honest. What do you think about them?
Do you think Morrow’s best fit is with the Fever? Felt this way when I’ve watched her this season and seeing how she can pair up with Clark despite her size. I do agree she’s very fit dependent, probably the most out of anyone that could go in the top 10.
I worry about Caitlin not having any driving windows with Aliyah and Aneesah. I’d rather take someone that fits with both than someone that fits with just Caitlin and you have to stagger minutes to get them on the court effectively
That's not remotely true, Morrow can fit anywhere because of her Motor and rebounding skills.
@@HunterCruse14 Just thinking they may go for her if Citron, Paopao and Sivka are off the board before their pick which is possible. Fudd’s also an option as I think she fits the Fever but injuries are a massive red flag.
Anyone that can run the floor that can finish. Who is nice, no ego, no personal agenda can fit well with clark.
Morrow to the suns
Julia Ayrault is heavily slept on. 6'2 versaltile forward, can really do it all.
Who???😮
Just please let the Indiana fever draft Sonia Citron.. that's all I want in this draft
Citron is going top 5. Where would she play for the Fever? You guys need a PF.
@HoHoHo5622 small forward or off the bench to learn behind Caitlin Clark and Mitchell a season or two..great spark off the bench
Think the 5'11 measurements are off - on Schindler's USC vs UConn podcast McKenzie Forbes said she was probs 6'1, and others have said she's def 6'0 leaning 6'1
HC, glad to see you finally added Lucy "i love lucy" Olsen to the list. However, I think you are under valuing her. People forget she was top 3 in the nation in scoring last year. Her role is different with Iowa. She a damn good ball handler who sets up her teammates and still has a good scoring average. I would say her defense is decent as well. Definitely would rank her ahead of Georgia at this point. And what about Sedona Prince? She's proving herself and you can't teach Six foot Seven.😊
He won't talk about Prince because the supposed Off court issues that nobody is really even certain about what actually happened. Lucy is certainly a better choice then Georgia.
@@natureredux1957 whatever these so called off court issues are, they don't appear to be affecting her play. If they were that serious, I'm sure she would not be playing for Texas Christian University right now 🥴.
Lucy is definitely undervalued in this draft. She's going to be a steal for someone.
Staying with Iowa, I could see someone stealing Sydney Affolter in the 3rd round too. She's got the build and the skills for the W. One of those players that could have a better pro career than college.
@@shanebouchard1367 Feuerbach has all the Tools to be perform at a wayyyyy higher level then she has in her College Career. So if somebody gives her a chance, I might say the same for her. Lucy will definitely be a Steal come the WNBA draft.
@shanebouchard1367 Steal in the third round?! 😂 I agree, Affolter has a similar skill set to Kate Martin but a better ball handler and slight edge as a scorer as well. Wouldn't be surprised if Becky snatched her up to replace Kate.🥴
Where would Flau'Jae rank if she declared?
Top 3 pick.
I say #2
3 for me
I'd say #1 instead of PB.
I think she would be the 2nd pick
Bottom line.... NEW WNBA...
Can you shoot from 22'2''..?
Because if you can't we don't need you.!
Don't need tweeners.
Don't need passing guards who can't shoot
Don't need 6'1'' Wings who can't finish or shoot
Don't need any FT' shooters at 75% or less [did ya spend any time in the gym?
If ya can't SPRINT for 8 minutes uninterrupted wrong league for you.
Welcome to the NEW WNBA
Paige isnt the best prospect in my opinion. Several have been better so far, the top guards have blown past her in head to head play this season.
Who is better in this draft class?
Hannah, Miles and Kiki is better....Paige beats tomato cans guarding her which is typical in WCB. @tatyl-o459
@@tatyl-o459 ANY player in this draft class in better than PB.
@@RustyLou18 absurd and any player you might think is better is probably not eligible.
My Sparks are taking Miles ... Salute
If I have the first pick, I’m taking Malonga. Upside is insane, and the floor is high.
Nah, if indiana won't get Citron then go for Van Lith. Van Lith is a reliable sharpshooter. I would prefer citron's defense though. She is the stopper of opposing team's best player.
Bro! No way Van Lith goes in first Rd. Way to much talent ahead of her
@timfoster5397 who are you picking if not citron?
Shyanne Sellers or Aziaha James at the 8th pick for Fever!
@@Freak-Keane I would take Citron but I actually think Citron goes to Sky at# 3. Sellers is good at 8 if she doesn’t go 6 to Sky. There are a couple foreign players At 8 or maybe Morrow
Thanks for including lucy olsen but why not sydney parrish ?,is it that she is injury prone?
Parrish is mentioned at the end. Yes partially that
If I was Dallas, I wouldn't even be thinking about taking Beuckers at number one. They need a true, ready-made point guard, and that's exactly what Olivia Miles is. Paige is a shooting guard who can play the point, but she is so much better off the ball. I know LA wants Burekers, and that's where Bueckers wants to go. So, I would work out a deal with the Sparks to swap picks, also me LAs 13th pick as well, on the condition they take Beuckers with the 1st pick.
If Flau’jae doesn’t declare,my Sky will have to settle for Fudd or Citron(3rd pick)…and maybe Paopao with the 10th pick
Flaujae 😮
Coach mulkey has basically said all but she's going in the draft
i think if flau declares shes number 2 maybe and olivia at 3 for chi but we dont even know if any of them will declare soo
@MalchaKing I'm just curious where people would bring her at 😎
But I think if she gets to the final four she definitely will apply
I think you’re right. This seems to be her last year at LSU. Why would Unrivaled announce an NIL deal with her (and Paige) if she’s not going to play in season 2 of Unrivaled in January 2026? They might as well have just announced Juju if they were fine for waiting until season 3 or 4. However, even though she will probably play in Unrivaled next year versus LSU, perhaps she sits out the 2025 draft and enters the 2026 draft to take advantage of the higher salary caps from the upcoming CBA?
@@SinisterAristotle I honestly I thought about that because.....
If LA doesn't pick her up then Chicago will almost definitely do it imo
I know her and Angel are not on the best of terms right now but it would be quite ironic if they ended up on the same team again..... Especially with her playing alongside the girl who pushed her down her last college year... Kamilla🥹
I'm certain this draft is going to be very interesting to say the least 😎
@@SinisterAristotle I hightly doubt she sits out 2025 draft. HIGHLY!
It's insane to me how low most people have HVL, I think a lot of people will have egg on their faces come April.
I think the big issue is she will be a defensive liability in the W. I see her being a lot more susceptible to the trap/ blitzes as well. .02 worth
@@freelyspeak1AHVL won't go in first round, but will be drafted.
Sellers is great at 10. If Sky don't get Miles, sellers is a steal at 10.
Please keep in eye 👀 on the Alabama guards, Sarah Ashlee Barker, Aaliyah Nye, and zaay green. Don't sleep on them
Yes. I’ve seen plenty of UA-camrs that mention Aaliyah Nye. She’s always highly spoken of.
Right!! I definitely agree idk understand why nobody is talking about them
I think Sarah Ashlee Barker would be a good pick for the Fever in the third round
no way Citron can defend small or big guards with zoom foot speed, She is also a very average ball handler and not special at getting her own shot
She is a role player at best. But for some reason people keep overrating her.
Sky should draft Cintron and PaoPao. That would give them top SG and a good young PG, Would sign Sloot that PaoPao can back up this year.
Paopao is not a point guard
PAIGE IS UNDERRATED
Paige is very underrated. Advanced stats prove she is one of the top players in the country. People with surface level basketball knowledge that just look at the box score will create a narrative to disrespect Paige. It’s weird that so many people hate Paige when she literally just minds her business and plays ball the right way.
@@shellvcandler2581 SHE NEED A RING TO LIVEUP POTENTIAL
Olivia Miles is gonna end up being the best player of this class
paige has been extremely disappointing this season i don't think she's a lock for the number one pick
Anyone would be a fool not to pick Paige. But if this means she ends up with LA I’m for it
Lol ain't no way anybody would not be picking her at number
Also she fits very well with dallas based upon why you'll think shes been disappointing because shes still very good off ball lol
I truly hope Dallas listens to Redditors and UA-cam commentator, so she slides to #2!@@bennybenson5
Yall are so dramatic it’s crazy😭😭
So you don't really know basketball then.
What about Ayoka Lee (Kansas State), Jillian Hayes (Cincinnati), (Maryland) Kaylene Smikle, Aaliyah Nye (Bama), Deja Kelly (Oregon), Kaitlin Peterson (UCF) and Aaliyah Moore (Texas). These women are wnba ready. They got talent and potential.
What do you think about HVL
HVL is having a pretty nice comeback season with TCU. Coming out of Louisville, she would have been a first round pick, don't see that now. She should go in draft however, probably second or even third round.
Annessa Morrow is not really a 4 or 5 she should be looked at as a 3 . She is way better than #9 she should be in the top 6 , She has a complete game, she is playing out of position at LSU out of necessity, because she should be playing the 3,
she cannot shoot well enough to play the 3.
She has been developing and making 3s in some of these recent past games! Could grow more.
Can't shoot
@@_M.... She doesn't shoot the 3 ,because of the Scheme.
@@vibes1586 She doesn't shoot from the 3 , because she plays closer to the basket.
If Barker continues as she has I don’t see Fever taking her.
Yeah agreed
Her teammate Angela Dugalic has been better. Much better if you factor in efficiency. Barker looking like another player that transfered to the wrong team.
That #8 spot is very volatile it seems.
@@tabularasa9554 Indiana need to trade up in the draft.
Olivia Miles I Want You Here in Chicago
I would like to say a few words about your ranking: 1) Are you grading these players on the quality of the opponent? 2) It's hard to grade South Carolina players because of the system; let's take Hall as an example, this young lady would hit a shot then is banished to the bench instead of getting an extending run and the same goes for Feagin, just take a look at her play in FIBA 3x3 and one would notice the talent that Feagin possess.
Pie in the sky. Nobody even has a clue how well the most promising CBB prospects will transition in the W. Unless they are Caitlin Clark or Candace Parker.
@@tabularasa9554 It's true that some players would be great in any system but many fail in college and the pro level because the system/style of play does not fit their game.
IMO, he's 1 of the best graders of W potential. Much better than ESPN & others. Is he 100% right? No, not close but he takes into account aspects that most don't.
Becuz a player is good in college vs future real estate agents & teachers doesn't always translate. I'm a big SC fan. Dawn prepares them but many of their players are end of benchers in the W...Zia, Destinee, LA, Victaria, Kiki etc. Bree Hall will likely be another 1
None of Dawn's players are "banished" to the bench for God sakes. Every player on that TEAM understands their roles. That's why they are National Champions.
@@RustyLou18 Rusty, please allow me to apologize, "banished" was the wrong choice of word. However, Breezy and Feagin have continued to be great team players for the betterment of their team and now in year four, I think Coach Staley needs to give both of them a longer run in games. Look, I also disagreed with Coach Staley making the change from Bianca to Ty in the 16-17 season but we won the big one, thanks to both of them working together.
Malonga is a beast!
Saniya Rivers and Laila need to be lower on the board, Move Azzi up just a little bit, Harmoni Turner 100% needs to be a 1/2 rounder no doubt, HVL needs to be 2nd round, Madison Conner 2nd round
Are you kidding about Fudd???
if la lets chicago have olivia pair up with carter and then get another decent wing... i genuinely think chicago becomes a top 6/7 team. chicago absolutely should not draft iriafen it would be dumb. they need olivia. but if not liv amoore pao or a good 3
The Sky is a toxic team for Miles.LA is her destination
@@geronimocruz9123 yes miles is not getting pass the sparks! Even if flaujae comes out sparks taking miles! Best pure point guard in the draft
@@geronimocruz9123no the fever is toxic .. had a player in a love affair with a suns player which compromised her entire playing game style and nobody wants to go to that racist cesspool anyways
Where is HVL from tcu
Kiki needs to play with a stretch 5, like JJ/Dolson/Brink and play inside on offense and perimeter switch on defense, she is not good enough to be protecting the rim, forward is so stacked in wnba she is gonna get eaten alive on defense(we talking potential for her to be as bad NaLyssaSmith kind of defense so really bad and hopefully decent enough to be average on that end if she works on it /motivated on that side even so it will take time so her rookie year defense is gonna be very poor, if she is asked to guard all-star/mvp level forwards uh oh, not good),so this limits her potential teams to perform really well, how ever obviously Sparks can get her, issue here is , new coach is 3 &D and very efficient inside scoring, and Kiki isnt great at shooting the 3 / 1v1 breaking down set defender/defense, she is better when going downhill via speed and space created inside already by some one else, be it some one line Brink crashing and then moving said big out the paint to follow her for corner 3 or a fast guard that burns defender, and then paint protector has to over-react and then said guard/big then pass back outside/to Kiki to drive etc,, not when defense is set and she has to break down another big /mobile forward or center.Sparks also need guard play really bad, they had the worst guard performance in the league, there was a few games for example vs Fever where bboth guards went total 5 field goal made out of 25 between Lexie Brown and Nurse, and this wasnt just one game it was a few, oftne on wide open looks generated by rickea/brink double team and so on.
For that reason i think Kiki might drop down team wise if you tell me she will be drafted at 4 or 5/6 i wouldnt be surprised at all.
The league coaches/scouts are learning, drafting a 6,1-6,4 player that isnt good defender/slow/way below average on defense (like NaLysa Smith) & cant stretch the floor ( like Haley Jones as well ) and wasting top 2/3-7 pick for them is not a good idea, given the fact that there is some really good drafts coming up and trading said pick will provide you exp vet that already can help you do better +rookies learning from said person.
Back in the day people use to take more risk on said players, i think we will see far less of it now, players ike Leonie Fiebich and Vnloo with experience and cheap rookie scale contract but already good enough to start have much higher value then getting NCAAW undeveloped players with no pro experience.There is also the other side of this, every year we have people drafted second round that via good coaching and over-sea experience or right team ( coz of injuries) improve and get to become really good even if they got waived early on (Leonie Fiebich at pick 22, Ezi Magbegor at 12 , Myisha Hines-Allen at 19, Bridget Carleton at 21 and so on , just example of playoff players from this year) so taking said risk in this range is far better compared to top pick.
As you have shown in examples here in Malonga or Sivka, already will have pro exp+olympic even and are being developed by pro coaches, rather then 'play only this way as we need to win right now ncaaw mentality' where coaches will not risk and allow player to be 25-30% shooting from the 3 point line of 3-4 attempts coz it will cost them and limit players to only what they are good at, not developing skills, while in over-sea leagues you can see that isnt the case most of the time, and then second year player becomes much better coz they had 80-100 attempts only shooting 28-30% last year but now have confidence and year of experience doing so to become better. Meanwhile NCAAW person get thrown in the deep end in WNBA, often facing all-star/mvp level forward that cooks them real good, everyone is faster longer better is a big shock and they often end up under-performing or have mental issues on that end ,and that's only normal as the level is much different and they where not prepared well by coaches in NCAAW.
You are wrong about Kiki then also like Wrong about everything else.
@@natureredux1957 oki ,everyone can have a opinion , and can be a different one ;)
Malonga's gonna be the best player from this class
Calling this crazy move. Aces are going to trade Plum and use pick to grab Malongo.
indiana could get pao pao which would be like prime warriors
They need size
@@NathanDubose they just need a forward we still need someone to come off the bench for mitchel and since they both dont pass thats good
Janiah Barker is who the Fever need
@@CC22ball Ajsa Sivka*
W for respecting the goat Sonia
What about Aubrey griffin?
Injuries & shooting
Maybe Clark & Angele Could go back to College & play to show them how the Game use to be!
No Sedonna Prince?
Hunter has talked about it, why he dosnt mention or will give her 'time of day' because of off-field stuff .
Check the channel for said video he explains it quite well and we should respect that decision.
@@faflafaflev3899 He don't have to talk her but we certainly can.
@@faflafaflev3899😂😂😂 Hunter the mafia stooge. LMAO at mafia as usual. They are bad drivers too. 😂
@@faflafaflev3899 didn’t kno that but what does that have to do with facts? The fact is she’s in the running for npoy and dpoy so she’s on a draft board you can’t just post inaccurate information bc you don’t like somebody. So if I don’t like Hannah Hidalgo because of off the court stuff I’m just gonna act like she’s not the best player in college right now?
@@djthegoat4819 YOU are watching!!!
Why did you not mention Angela Dugalic from UCLA?? She is 6-4, and is shooting 53% overall, and is shooting 45% from 3 point range. She's made 100% of her free throws this year and is averaging over 7 rebounds per game and 10 points per game while averaging only 22 minutes per game. Dugalic is a senior. Barker is not.
Aneesah Morrow face should be the first that pops up, with 13 and counting double doubles, can’t take this serious🙄
You never mention Sendonia Prince
Ikr.. how is Raven Johnson mentioned before her? 😂
Olivia Miles Will be in Chicago. If you look at evey mock draft they still have Olivia Miles going to Chicago sky.
Flau'jae should be the first pick
ANYONE but PB, PLEASE.
Yessss Liv
She's quoted as shooting 22% from three.
Aneesah Morrow averaging 18 & 14 & not being in “your” type 5 makes this whole list a joke 🤷🏾♂️🤷🏾♂️
5'8 and under guards, they usually bounce around yhe WNBA. That us unless that player is an EXCEPTIONAL talent.
miles is the darkhorse
definitely but lets see if she declares i feel like she would wanna play another year because of that injury
@MalchaKing
She's getting her degree first. Her parents are chemical engineers
Why name players that can't play in 2025???
Because stacked teams might draft based on talent and for the future... ?
Any GM that takes Citron at number three should be fired immediately.
Lol😂! Yeah, I agree that's way too high for her skill set.
S.Prince is being slept on. She's 6'7" , mobile, can hit the middie consistently, blocks shots and runs the floor. She should be in the top 10 at least at this moment.
@@fixamacallit2672 Not slept on, it is the other issues off the Court which is keeping most people from talking about her. Otherwise she is Certainly top 3 WNBA Draft Talent at worse.
This video reminded me why I don't subscribe to this channel: Hunter's personal favorites and suspect political agenda rather than honest assessment.
What agenda lmao
@HunterCruse14 😂 If I thought you were pretending to be dumb, I would say so but I know you ain't pretending. Laugh now all you want because you gonna cry in hell, fool.
Hunter does not have a personal/political agenda . The stats are the stats.
@ecrumba2698 Reply to your first sentence: That may be the problem. Reply to your second sentence: Exactly.
@@ecrumba2698 And of all the "stats" which players have a National Championship?
Paige will go 1/1 in the draft. She’s also older than CC.
not sure how Azzi Fudd is on this list. technically she's a Junior, and having missed so much time, why would she go to the WNBA, where they don't take care of you if you get injured. until she can make through a full season and improve her other skills, I don't recommend her leaving college for the W. Amore will not make it in the W as well. too small and can't play defense.
I think that Olivia is a better choice over Paige because Paige is injury prone..
What happened to juju why is she not in the top 25
Sophomore, not eligible for draft.
Paige had 22 against USC and lost by a couple and beat USC in the tournament with 6 players in her squad, so what struggles against JuJu are you talking about, knao
Bottom line, PB LOST, UCANT deny that.
@@RustyLou18 UConn still beat USC when it mattered with less players. Overrating a win in December will not convince people to not take Paige at 1 when Paige has led her teams to 3 final fours and a national championship appearance which JuJu has not done yet.
MALONGA for Fever
Homie! You're too caught up in threes...especially pull up, which is bad for an offense
Bree Hall is a decent on ball defender but falls off in her lateral movement. Stiff! Most guards her size and smaller can easily attack Hall's rigid lateral. Bree must keep midlevel distance between herself and the ball to prevent the drive to the basket. Decent motor but lacks the mental focus and strength to match her marginal athleticism. Good length and disposition but I don't see her making a WNBA roster. Her game is more suited for overseas. Georgia Amoore, spot on with your analysis. My heart aches for Azzi Fudd and wbb. Her skill set is box office! From her movement, speed, size, etc., but prone to injury. I pray that I'm wrong, but we may never get to see her light up the stage as a marque in the W! Azzi's talent was meant to shatter records and catapult the next wave of media and fan interest in the W. Reminds me of Greg Oden and several college greats that never panned out due to their body's inability to endure the rigors of elite athletics.
Fudd can't even withstand WCBB, how could anyone think she OR PB can withstand at the Pro level?
Disagree, I think Breezy is absolutely suited for the W. Four years of playing against the highest level of competition, many of whom are in the W right now. I believe she will be on a roster when the season starts.
@ I hope you’re right but at 6’ with a marginal skill set (offense/defense), she will be overshadowed by European players entering the draft. She doesn’t have anything in her arsenal that separates her from more experienced players from overseas. I see her being drafted in the 2nd or 3rd round and then waved. If she improves her ball handling and outside shot, she might complete her 1st yr in the W.
Bree’s role in SC has diminished not so much due to the talent on the team but lack of productivity. Clearly Tessa Johnson is a better shooter and defender.
Bree is a very intelligent young lady with other interest.
@@1WizeDove I watched the Euro league the other day, wasn't impressed. Not on the level of the W. Breezy has played in more competitive games in college. Facts!
Phelia is mid 2nd round pick for me.
Where is Juju Watkins
Not eligible in 2025
@ Why is she not Eligible in 2025 How
@@adelajagbenga3889there is an age limit for W draft. Players in college have to either be turning 22 years old the same year as the draft or already 22 or graduate with their degree. Juju won’t be eligible until 2027.
Paige is the best in march 😊