The Dallas Wings have secured the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 WNBA Draft, winning the WNBA Draft Lottery for the second consecutive season. The victory, announced Sunday, positions the franchise to add another high-impact player to its young core.

The back-to-back No. 1 selections mark a significant, and rare, historic moment for the Wings franchise, which previously earned the top pick in 2025 and used it to select Paige Bueckers. The reigning WNBA Rookie of the Year, Bueckers led the team through a successful debut season. General Manager Curt Miller noted the importance of back-to-back top picks for franchise development.

Dallas held the best odds of winning the lottery based on the combined cumulative records of non-playoff teams over the 2024 and 2025 seasons. The Minnesota Lynx secured the No. 2 pick, followed by the Seattle Storm at No. 3, the Washington Mystics at No. 4, and the Chicago Sky at No. 5.

For the Wings, the 2026 draft pick is an opportunity to pair an elite talent with Bueckers as they begin a new chapter under recently hired Head Coach Jose Fernandez. With the draft class featuring diverse talent at the top, the decision for the No. 1 spot is not considered a consensus.

Several prominent college and international players are being discussed as top candidates for the 2026 selection:

• Lauren Betts, Center, UCLA: A dominant 6-foot-7 interior presence, Betts is widely considered by many mock drafts to be a top option, offering size and efficient low-post scoring the Wings currently lack.
• Azzi Fudd, Guard, UConn: Fudd is an elite perimeter shooter and playmaker who previously played alongside Bueckers in college. The potential for a reunion between the two stars presents an intriguing scenario for Dallas' backcourt.
• Olivia Miles, Guard, TCU: A well-rounded guard, Miles possesses the skills to score, pass, and defend, offering versatility as a primary ball-handler.
• Awa Fam, Forward/Center, Spain: The young international prospect has already gained experience playing professionally in Spain. Fam is noted for her size, mobility, and high ceiling as a potential long-term frontcourt anchor.

The 2026 WNBA Draft is scheduled for Monday, April 13, 2026. Dallas will have ample time to scout and evaluate the incoming class, determining which player best complements their existing talent and maximizes the future potential of the franchise.