The WNBA-WNBPA are working to get the CBA terms on the table, allowing the league to start the season on May 8. Another target on everyone’s mind is 13 April, which is the date for the WNBA draft, deciding the future path of top college players like Azzi Fudd, Lauren Betts and Olivia Miles.
Although there is still uncertainty over the schedules, there have been multiple mock drafts predicting different top picks for the Wings with analysis. Sophie Cunningham also showed uncertainty over the 2026 season, but recently spoke about top WNBA prospects, especially the two who are in talks for the top pick.
Sophie Cunningham Provides Her Assessment Of Lauren Betts
During her ‘Show Me Something’ podcast, Cunningham mentioned that she misses the college game atmosphere. While many college players are preparing for their run towards the NCAA Championship, the Fever star gave her views on the top draft prospects. She sees Azzi Fudd as a possible top pick by the Wings and mentioned that Betts will need to work a bit to make a huge impact.
“She’s dynamic, and she can shoot. She’s a smart and a team player,” Cunningham said. “I also think if I were on a team that needs a big, I would get the UCLA girl, Betts. She’s big. She has a lot of potential. She needs some work, but she has a great body and a great feel for the game. She’d be good.”
Sophie Cunningham reveals her top two picks in the WNBA Draft on her pod “Show Me Something” 🎙️
— E J 🏀 (@EJayArrow) March 12, 2026
“Azzi would be good… she is very dynamic, she can shoot, she’s a smart player, she’s a team player…”
“If I were on a team that needs a big, I would get the UCLA girl, [Lauren]…
Lauren Betts is leading the lines for the UCLA Bruins, putting up huge numbers on both ends of the floor. She is averaging 16.4 points, 8.2 rebounds, and 3.1 assists per game. Interestingly, the Lynx with the second overall pick also scouted the player during NCAA games.
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While the Fever forward put trust in the UCLA star, the player created history and also has a chance to set the UCLA record.
Lauren Betts Wins DPOY Award For Second Year In A Row
The UCLA Bruins became the top defensive side in the Big 10 conference, and the center played a huge part in this big achievement. With her 6’7” frame, the player marshalled the paint region and led the conference in blocks, earning her second Defensive Player of the Year.
Lauren Betts was a force on both sides of the ball for the Bruins 💥
— Big Ten Women's Basketball (@B1Gwbball) March 3, 2026
The @UCLAWBB star is the first to win @bigten POY and DPOY in the same season 👏 pic.twitter.com/AdqdICanY8
With that, Betts became the first player in the history of the Big Ten to win both the Player of the Year and the Defensive Player of the Year in the same season. The player said transferring from Stanford backup to UCLA was one of her best decisions, and her numbers clearly back her statement.
Moreover, the player is leading the program all-time in blocks and blocks per game. Betts is also fourth in program history in rebounds with 323. Monique Billings is the current leader at 357, and with UCLA’s deep run, the 22-year-old can break that record too.