2025 WNBA Mock Draft 3.0: New No. 2 Emerges Behind Bueckers as March Madness Looms

The 2025 NCAA regular season is complete, conference champions have been crowned, Selection Sunday has come and gone and the bracket is set.

WNBA free agency has wrapped up as well, but moves are still happening. A recent trade between the New York Liberty and the Connecticut Sun shook up the draft order once again. The Sun dealt Natasha Cloud in exchange for the No. 7 overall pick and a 2026 first-rounder and now own back-to-back first-round selections along with No. 8.

The New York Liberty no longer have a first-round pick after securing their much-needed point guard, opting to go the veteran route.

For the next two-and-a-half weeks, all eyes will be on the NCAA tournament, as we get a chance to watch some of the biggest stars and top WNBA prospects perform on the biggest stage. Keep in mind the draft is April 14, one week after an NCAA champion is crowned in Tampa, Florida.

So buckle up for the madness, and be sure to take a close look at some of the top WNBA prospects whose names are soon to be called on draft night.

Height: 6’0”

Age: 23

Paige Bueckers remains the clear favorite as the overall No. 1 pick. As one of the most gifted playmakers and scorers in the last decade, the three-time Big East Player of the Year is a perfect fit for what the Dallas Wings have so desperately needed: a franchise facilitator they can build around and who can complement Arike Ogunbowale.

At 6'0", Bueckers' length enhances her vision in both the half court and full court. She plays with and understands pace better than anyone in the country, is a great decision-maker, shot generator and multi-level scorer.

Her consistency in her shot selection and shot making has been one of the most impressive aspects of her career, having shot over 52 percent from the floor for four straight years.

Bueckers is a career 41 percent shooter from the perimeter and is averaging a career-best 3.81 assist-to-turnover ratio.

Height: 6’6”

Age: 19

The Seattle Storm could very well use this pick to secure a franchise guard, but what has become increasingly concerning to me through the offseason is their depth and longevity in the post.

With a large portion of the league hitting free agency following the 2025 season, the question of “need” is debatable. What I do know, is that the Seattle Storm have an opportunity to secure one of the most unique prospects we have ever seen in Dominique Malonga out of France. Her intangibles and current skill set don’t come around very often.

At 6'6", the mobile forward has a highly unique combination of athleticism, face-up ability, ball-handling ability, speed and touch around the rim. The 19-year-old phenom is averaging a double-double at 17.9 points and 10.5 rebounds per game. She's also shooting 57 percent from the floor for LDLC ASVEL Féminin in EuroCup Women this season.

The question would be her ability to impact the Storm in the immediate future if she'd be seen as a developmental asset to build with for years to come. Either way, I can’t stress enough how gifted she is: Her ceiling to be an elite WNBA pro is through the roof.

Height: 5’10”

Age: 22

If Olivia Miles fell to No. 3, it would be a silver-platter moment for the Washington Mystics, who are redefining their entire organization.

Miles has franchise lead guard written all over her and has proved to be one of the most pro-ready guards in this class. Her vision, decision-making off the dribble and ability to get downhill is second to none. She is one of the most electric playmakers in the open court and can single-handedly dictate the momentum of a game.

Miles has maintained a level of consistency throughout her career in her production and facilitating but steadily improved year after year. Her efficiency from the perimeter is the most glaring jump, as she went from just a 22 percent three-point shooter last season to a career-best 41 percent this season.

She is averaging 16.2 points and is one of the most skilled passers in the country at 5.8 assists per game.

Height: 6’1”

Age: 21

The Washington Mystics traded Ariel Atkins to the Chicago Sky to secure the No. 3 pick and go back-to-back with No. 4, and now have three first-round picks in this draft. This is a critical moment for the Mystics organization. The direction they go with these picks will redefine this rebuild and impact the franchise for years to come.

Sonia Citron is a coveted selection in this draft due to her size, complete skill set on both ends of the floor and versatility on the perimeter. The 6’1” guard is averaging 13.8 points, 2.7 assists and 5.3 rebounds per game, is shooting a career-best 49 percent from the field and is a career 37 percent perimeter shooter.

She can play on or off the ball and can handle the toughest defensive assignments. Citron would be a reliable pick with a high level of versatility as a utility wing, two intangibles the Mystics need to build on for the future.

Aneesah Morrow’s consistency and motor are two intangibles very few have, and her no-quit approach to the game should outweigh any concern about being undersized. Simply put, you can’t coach what she consistently brings to the table as a double-double machine.

The Golden State Valkyries are at the starting blocks of establishing a WNBA franchise and need foundational pieces they can rely upon from the jump. Morrow has the type of motor that Golden State could use during its foundational years.

Morrow is performing against the highest level of competition in the SEC, leading the nation with 27 double-doubles at 18.5 points and 13.6 rebounds per game. She second all-time in NCAA career double-doubles, recently securing the 100th of her career this month, making her one of two players, men or women, to reach the mark in DI history.

Height: 6’3”

Age: 22

The Mystics added much-needed depth to the backcourt with their first two picks, so this selection becomes more about best player available. Kiki Iriafen would bring instant depth to the frontcourt and add a versatile piece with great length, as she can in an uptempo system. In addition, her athleticism and paint presence can impact the WNBA immediately.

Her stock is back on the rise after she transferred to USC, gotten more comfortable, found her stride and elevated her play in February and March. I would not be surprised if she went much earlier than No. 6. 

The 6’3” forward is averaging 18.5 points, 8.2 rebounds and 2.2 assists per game while shooting 48 percent from the floor. She is aggressive on the glass, generates second-chance opportunities, elevates over opponents and can play against physicality. Her offensive potential and efficiency has barely scratched the surface, as she can continue to develop her face-up potential.

Height: 5’6”

Age: 23

The Connecticut Sun acquired the No. 7 pick and 2026 first-rounder in a recent trade involving Natasha Cloud.

Connecticut now holds back-to-back picks in 2025, and after a complete demolition of their roster, the Sun need a little bit of everything—including a point guard for the future.

As a pure playmaker and facilitator, Georgia Amoore is the type of player, teammate and leader the Sun need to assist in their multi-year rebuild. She may provide consistency on a rookie scale for multiple years, in a period when a majority of the league will be an unrestricted free agent next season.

With so many draft assets, it only makes sense that the Sun aim to add as many long-term pieces in this class as they can.

Amoore should have a long WNBA career. Her stock has been on the rise this season, averaging a career-best 19.1 points per game. She is ranked third in the nation at 6.9 assists and is a career 35 percent shooter from the perimeter.

She is a true point guard, capable of creating for herself and others, is elite in the pick-and-roll, and can read and react to what the defense gives her better than any other point guard in the country. 

Height: 5’11”

Age: 22

With back-to-back picks, the Sun have an opportunity to focus on specific needs and add valuable long-term pieces.

While Azzi Fudd remains undecided on her plans for next season, if she does declare, she has potential and a well-rounded skill set unique to anyone else. Fudd has put together the most complete collegiate season of her career after being hindered on and off with injuries and playing a total of 66 career games.

While that alone may concern front offices, the 5'11" wing is one of the best shot makers and mid-range players in the country, averaging 13 points per game and shooting a blazing 45 percent from the perimeter this season.

Her shot-making ability is arguably one of the best in this entire class, but she isn't limited to just that. Her strength, athleticism, explosiveness and ability to attack off the dribble is often overlooked.

Height: 6’2”

Age: 19

The Los Angeles Sparks parlayed their No. 2 pick into WNBA champion and All-Star Kelsey Plum as their major offseason acquisition. The franchise has sent consistent messages about its win-now intentions after a couple of years of disarray and rebuilding.

Maintaining position at No. 9 in the draft tells me the Sparks see this pick as an opportunity to add an asset for the future. Justė Jocytė is an international prospect who has been on the radars of those familiar with the global game for years.

The 6’2” guard is a unique talent out of Lithuania who has been competing against WNBA pros since she was 13 years old. She currently plays alongside Dominique Malonga for LDLC ASVEL Féminin in France, averaging 12.7 points, 2.7 assists and 1.8 steals per game.

While most look at young, international draft prospects as stash opportunities for the future, Jocytė plays well beyond her years after being thrown into the fire at a young age. She has been forged into a poised playmaker with pro-ready tendencies and potential.

While maybe not the quickest, she understands her strengths and weaknesses and plays to her advantage every possession with her advanced basketball IQ.

Height: 5'9"

Age: 23

The Big 12 Player of the Year has reemerged as one of the country's elite playmakers after transferring to TCU and leading the Horned Frogs to their first ever Big 12 regular-season and tournament titles.

The Chicago Sky have an opportunity to reunite former LSU teammates Van Lith and Angel Reese and add a point guard for the future who could learn under Courtney Vandersloot.

Van Lith's stock has been on the rise all season after playing in a pro pick-and-roll system that has showcased her abilities like we haven't seen before. She earned a bronze medal in the Olympics this past summer while competing in 3x3—an experience that greatly enhanced her read-and-react decision-making in tight spaces and playing with a faster pace.

Van Lith has the leadership qualities, a pro-ready mentality and poise that will translate to the WNBA. She's been a part of many different systems in her career, is averaging 17.9 points per game, putting up career-best at 5.3 assists and shooting 45 percent from the floor.

Height: 6’4”

Age: 19

The Minnesota Lynx had a relatively quiet offseason in terms of movement, which is expected from a team that fell just short of a WNBA championship and is simply looking to fine tune.

Cecilia Zandalasini's selection by Golden State in the expansion draft created the team's most glaring need. The Lynx have to find a way to add wing scoring depth, size and perimeter shooting.

One way to address it is through the draft. A clear and natural addition for the Lynx could be Ajša Sivka, a 6’4" wing out of Slovenia being eyed by a lot of WNBA front offices.

Sivka is a multi-level scoring forward with a pure and efficient shot-making ability, shooting at a 42 percent clip from deep. At 6'4", her size when stretching the floor makes her a tough matchup to defend. She's good off the catch, but not limited to it. She can be run off action, can spot up in transition, and can handle it and shoot it off the dribble.

Height: 6’2”

Age: 22

The Wings had a successful offseason in free agency and have a chance to add a franchise guard in Bueckers with the No. 1 pick but could still use backcourt depth and versatility.

If they choose to not draft-and-stash an international prospect, Serena Sundell could be a viable late-first-round target. The Kansas State guard is the epitome of versatility at 6'2". With her size and well-rounded skill set, she can play just about any position on the floor.

Sundell is used to playing with and alongside elite scorers and shot makers from all positions. Running the point for the Wildcats, she has created and set up her teammates for high-percentage shots and is second in the nation in assists with 233 and 7.1 per game.

While not always needed to be a primary scorer, she is capable of doing so in a variety of ways, including posting up smaller defenders. She is also a great defensive player whose game will translate well to the pros.