Wings Predicted to Draft 'All-Time' Prospect Over Azzi Fudd

Paige Bueckers may be disappointed by the Wings' potential pick in the 2026 WNBA Draft.

Published on Feb. 21, 2026

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According to a new Bleacher Report WNBA mock draft, the Dallas Wings are projected to select Spanish teenager Awa Fam with the top pick in the 2026 WNBA Draft, passing over Azzi Fudd who is expected to be drafted by the Seattle Storm. The report suggests Fam may be a better fit alongside Paige Bueckers and Arike Ogunbowale in Dallas.

Why it matters

The potential selection of Fam over Fudd could disappoint Bueckers, who is close friends with Fudd and had hoped to play alongside her in Dallas. However, the Wings may feel Fam's size, athleticism and offensive potential make her a better long-term fit, especially if the team is able to re-sign Ogunbowale.

The details

The Bleacher Report mock draft has the Wings selecting the 6'4" Fam, who is described as an "ideal complement" to Bueckers due to her size, athleticism and processing speed. Fam is also praised for her offensive game, blending post scoring, efficient play as a roller and rim-runner, and an expanding three-point shot. While her defense is considered a work in progress, the report suggests Fam projects as an "all-time" playmaker who would allow Bueckers to thrive off the ball.

  • The 2026 WNBA Draft is scheduled for April 13.

The players

Paige Bueckers

A star guard for the Dallas Wings who is close friends with Azzi Fudd.

Azzi Fudd

A senior guard at UConn who is expected to be a top pick in the 2026 WNBA Draft, potentially by the Seattle Storm.

Awa Fam

A 19-year-old Spanish prospect who is projected to be selected by the Dallas Wings with the top pick in the 2026 WNBA Draft.

Arike Ogunbowale

An All-Star guard for the Dallas Wings who is a pending free agent, but the team has expressed interest in re-signing her.

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What they’re saying

“Fam is an ideal complement to Bueckers, owing to her size, athleticism and processing speed.”

— Hunter Cruse, Bleacher Report Analyst (Bleacher Report)

“Fam projects as an 'all-time' playmaker who would allow Bueckers to flourish off the ball.”

— Hunter Cruse, Bleacher Report Analyst (Bleacher Report)

What’s next

The 2026 WNBA Draft is scheduled for April 13, when the Wings will make their selection with the top overall pick.

The takeaway

The Wings' potential decision to draft Awa Fam over Azzi Fudd could disappoint Paige Bueckers, but the team may feel Fam's size, athleticism and offensive potential make her a better long-term fit alongside Bueckers and Arike Ogunbowale, especially if Dallas is able to re-sign its star guard.