NEW YORK, NY - APRIL 13: Cathy Engelbert and Azzi Fudd pose for a photo after getting drafted number one overall by the Dallas Wings during the 2026 WNBA Draft on April 13, 2026 at The Shed in New York City, New York. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE

Wings pick UConn star Fudd at No. 1 in WNBA draft

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The Dallas Wings landed UConn guard Azzi Fudd with the No. 1 overall pick in Monday's WNBA draft.

Fudd enjoyed a decorated five-year career at UConn, guiding the Huskies to the NCAA championship in 2024-25 while earning Most Outstanding Player honors. She was named to the AP All-American first team this season and was a first-team All-Big East selection in each of the last two campaigns.

The 22-year-old is the best off-ball shooting prospect in the draft and an elite three-level scorer, courtesy of a textbook jumper and lightning-quick release. Fudd ranked third in Division I in 3-point percentage (45.5%) this campaign.

Fudd also made a leap at the other end of the court. She's a high-energy defender who recorded 2.6 steals per game this season.

Nationality: United States
Position: Shooting guard
Height: 5-foot-11

GP PTS REB AST FG% 3PT% FT%
39 17.3 2.6 3.1 48.1 44.7 95.5
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