WNBA Draft 2023: Full Results and Grades
Aliyah Boston Goes No. 1
The 2023 WNBA Draft took place on April 30, with Aliyah Boston of the University of South Carolina being selected as the No. 1 overall pick by the Indiana Fever. Boston, a 6-foot-5 center, was the National Player of the Year and helped lead the Gamecocks to the NCAA championship in 2022. She is considered one of the most talented prospects in WNBA history.
Tracking All 36 Picks
The Sporting News tracked all 36 picks from the draft, with grades for each selection. The highest grade went to the Fever for selecting Boston, while the lowest grade went to the Minnesota Lynx for selecting Aaliyah Edwards with the No. 20 overall pick. Edwards, a 6-foot-3 forward, was considered a reach at that spot.
Commissioner Cathy Engelbert on the Draft
WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert spoke about the upcoming season and the draft in a statement. She said, "The 2023 WNBA Draft is an exciting time for our league. We welcome a talented and diverse group of young women who will make an immediate impact on the court. We look forward to seeing them compete at the highest level and contribute to the growth of the WNBA."
28th Draft in WNBA History
The 2023 draft was the 28th draft in WNBA history. The first draft was held in 1997, and the WNBA has since become one of the most popular professional basketball leagues in the world. The league has expanded to 12 teams and has a strong following of fans around the globe.
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