Atlanta Dream Draft Madina Okot to Join Angel Reese

The Dream add the South Carolina standout with the 13th overall pick.

Apr. 14, 2026 at 2:03am

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The Atlanta Dream have drafted Madina Okot out of South Carolina with the 13th overall pick in the WNBA draft. Okot will now join star player Angel Reese on the Dream's roster, adding to an already impressive team that finished 30-14 last season. Okot was a key part of South Carolina's successful run, averaging a double-double of 12.8 points and 10.6 rebounds per game.

Why it matters

The Dream are looking to build on their strong 2025 season and make a deep playoff run. Drafting Okot, a talented young player, gives them additional frontcourt depth and scoring punch to complement Reese and the rest of their roster.

The details

Okot, a 6'3" forward, was a standout player for the South Carolina Gamecocks this past season. She was a crucial part of the team's success, providing a consistent double-double performance night in and night out. Her addition to the Dream roster will give the team another versatile scoring and rebounding threat to go along with Reese and the team's other key pieces.

  • The 2026 WNBA Draft took place on April 13, 2026.

The players

Madina Okot

A 6'3" forward who was drafted 13th overall by the Atlanta Dream out of the University of South Carolina.

Angel Reese

The star player for the Atlanta Dream, who will now be joined by the newly drafted Madina Okot on the team's roster.

Atlanta Dream

The WNBA team based in Atlanta, Georgia that drafted Madina Okot with the 13th overall pick in the 2026 WNBA Draft.

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What they’re saying

“Madina is a great addition to our team. Her size, skill, and rebounding ability will be a huge asset as we look to take the next step this season.”

— Tanisha Wright, Head Coach, Atlanta Dream

What’s next

The Dream will introduce Okot at a press conference on April 18th, where she will have the opportunity to discuss her excitement about joining the team and her goals for the upcoming season.

The takeaway

The Atlanta Dream have bolstered their roster with the addition of Madina Okot, a talented young forward who will provide valuable depth and scoring punch to complement star player Angel Reese. This move signals the Dream's intent to build on their strong 2025 campaign and make a serious push for a WNBA championship.