Washington Mystics Draft Texas Guard Rori Harmon

Harmon selected in third round of 2026 WNBA Draft after standout college career

Apr. 14, 2026 at 1:13am

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The Washington Mystics have selected former Texas guard Rori Harmon with the No. 34 pick in the 2026 WNBA Draft. Harmon, a five-year starter for the Longhorns, averaged 10.3 points, 6.2 assists, 4.2 rebounds and 2.5 steals per game over her college career.

Why it matters

Harmon is considered one of the best defensive guards in the college game and her passing prowess sets her apart from other prospects in this year's draft. Her selection by the Mystics adds depth and experience to their backcourt as they look to build on a promising 2025 season.

The details

In her senior season at Texas, Harmon averaged 8.4 points, 6.3 assists, 3.4 rebounds and 2.8 steals per game while starting all 39 games. She finished her college career with 1,616 points, 977 assists, 659 rebounds and 388 steals, helping the Longhorns to a 137-20 record over her five seasons.

  • Harmon was selected by the Washington Mystics in the third round of the 2026 WNBA Draft on April 14, 2026.
  • Earlier this month, Harmon and the Texas Longhorns were eliminated from the NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament in the Final Four.

The players

Rori Harmon

A five-year starting guard for the University of Texas Longhorns, Harmon is considered one of the best defensive players in college basketball and is known for her passing ability and leadership on the court.

Vic Schaefer

The head coach of the Texas Longhorns women's basketball team, Schaefer had high praise for Harmon's impact on the program and her accomplishments over her college career.

Washington Mystics

The professional women's basketball team based in Washington, D.C. that selected Rori Harmon in the third round of the 2026 WNBA Draft.

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What they’re saying

“(She'll) guard your ass at the city limit and show you the door when she's done with you. You want to talk about somebody that's hard to replace. We may never replace her. The impact she has on our team. But shame on you. Shame on the people because there's not another player in the history of our game, not one, and we've had some pretty good players.”

— Vic Schaefer, Head Coach, Texas Longhorns

What’s next

Harmon will now join the Washington Mystics roster and begin preparing for the 2026 WNBA season.

The takeaway

Rori Harmon's selection by the Washington Mystics in the 2026 WNBA Draft is a testament to her exceptional defensive skills, passing ability and leadership on the court. Her five-year career at Texas established her as one of the top guards in college basketball, and she will look to bring that same level of impact to the professional ranks.