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What colleges have the most No. 1 WNBA draft picks?

Here's a look at the college programs that have produced the most No. 1 picks in the history of the WNBA draft; a history that dates back to 1997.

Valkyries flip ex-LSU star Flau'jae Johnson to Storm in stunner

The Valkyries traded Flau'jae Johnson less than an hour after selecting her with the No. 8 pick, sending the LSU standout to the Seattle Storm for Marta Suarez and a future second-round pick.

How Charlisse Leger-Walker made history at the 2026 WNBA draft

Charlisse Leger-Walker is the sixth player selected from UCLA, breaking the record for most players from one team picked in the same draft.

UCLA sets record with five first-round picks in WNBA draft

National champion UCLA became the first team to have five first-round picks in the WNBA draft -- Lauren Betts, Gabriela Jaquez, Kiki Rice, Angela Dugalic and Gianna Kneepkens -- and six overall, with Charlisse Leger-Walker taken in the second round.

Flau'jae Johnson joined by younger brother on stage at WNBA draft

Flau'jae Johnson's younger brother almost steals the show after she's drafted at No. 8.

Iyana Martin Carrion becomes first pick by expansion Portland Fire

Iyana Martin Carrion is selected No. 7 by the Portland Fire in the 2026 WNBA draft.

Kiki Rice becomes first pick by expansion Toronto Tempo

Kiki Rice is selected No. 6 by the Toronto Tempo in the 2026 WNBA draft.

WNBA free agency and trade tracker 2026: Deals, news, moves

WNBA free agency is here. Kelsey Plum is returning to Los Angeles. Kayla McBride is returning to Minnesota.

Chicago Sky select Gabriela Jaquez with No. 5 pick

Gabriela Jaquez is selected No. 5 by the Chicago Sky in the 2026 WNBA draft.

Seattle Storm select Awa Fam Thiam with No. 3 pick

Awa Fam Thiam is selected No. 3 by the Seattle Storm in the 2026 WNBA draft.

Commissioner: WNBA eyeing first international game in 2027

WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert said before the draft Monday night that the league is looking to play a game outside North America for the first time in 2027.

Dallas Wings select UConn's Azzi Fudd No. 1 in 2026 WNBA draft

Azzi Fudd is on her way to Dallas as the No. 1 pick in the WNBA draft with a $500,000 payday waiting for the former UConn star. Minnesota took Olivia Miles of TCU with the No. 2 pick.

Dallas Wings select Azzi Fudd with the 1st pick of WNBA draft

Azzi Fudd is selected No. 1 overall by the Dallas Wings in the 2026 WNBA draft.

Flau'jae Johnson, Azzi Fudd shine on 2026 WNBA draft carpet

The stars took on WNBA draft night in New York City in their best outfits before hearing their names called.

How to watch the 2026 WNBA draft on ESPN

The draft will take place at 7 p.m. ET on April 13 at The Shed in New York City.

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