How to Watch the 2025 WNBA Draft

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Another exciting season of women’s college basketball has officially wrapped up and that means it’s time for one thing: the 2025 WNBA Draft! This year, the Draft is being held in New York City at The Shed at Hudson Yards on April 14. It promises to be a beautiful evening, especially on the Orange Carpet, where prospects will show off their looks before heading to the draft floor.

So if you’re ready to see who will become the newest rookies in The W, keep reading for every single thing you need to know about the 2025 WNBA Draft, especially on when and where to tune in.

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How can I watch the 2025 WNBA Draft?

The 2025 WNBA Draft will air live on ESPN starting at 7:30 p.m. EST (you can also catch it via the ESPN App). But if you want to tune in earlier, pre-coverage from your favorite Big Three—Elle Duncan, Chiney Ogunmike, and Andraya Carter—starts at 7 p.m. on WNBA Countdown and will be coming to you live from The Shed.

Who is in the 2025 WNBA Draft class?

There are 16 prospects a part of this year’s class. They are:

Georgia Amoore (Kentucky)
Sarah Ashlee Barker (Alabama)
Paige Bueckers (Connecticut)
Sonia Citron (Notre Dame)
Sania Feagin (South Carolina)
Kiki Iriafen (Southern Cal)
Aziaha James (NC State)
Dominique Malonga (France)
Aneesah Morrow (LSU)
Te-Hina Paopao (South Carolina)
Saniya Rivers (NC State)
Madison Scott (Ole Miss)
Shyanne Sellers (Maryland)
Ajša Sivka (Slovenia)
Serena Sundell (Kansas State)
Hailey Van Lith (TCU)

There are other eligible prospects outside of this list who will likely be drafted as well. Just because a player isn’t on this list, doesn’t mean their name won’t get called later tonight.

Which team gets the first pick?

The Dallas Wings are slated to have the No. 1 overall pick, and UConn standout Paige Bueckers is likely to nab the spot. There are a total of three rounds during the entire draft night.