2024 WNBA Draft: Biggest needs, potential fits for every team; Sparks positioned well with two top-five picks

Caitlin Clark is locked in as the No. 1 overall pick, but plenty of intrigue lies behind her in the 2024 WNBA Draft

By Jack Maloney Apr 17, 2024 at 5:06 pm ET• 10 min read

The 2024 WNBA Draft is fast approaching with the big night set for April 15 in New York City. Iowa star Caitlin Clark is locked in as the No. 1 overall pick to the Indiana Fever, while Stanford's Cameron Brink, South Carolina's Kamilla Cardoso and Tennessee's Rickea Jackson are expected to round out the lottery.

Beyond that, however, not much is certain, especially after a number of players decided to return to school. There are also a number of intriguing international prospects, but it's unclear how each team will regard them given their youth and the potential for conflicts with the WNBA season. 

What we do know ahead of time is each team's picks and their biggest needs. Here's a closer look at where all 12 teams are at heading into draft night as well as some possible fits. 

Atlanta Dream

• Picks:Nos. 12, 20, 32
• Needs: 3-point shooting, point guard and frontcourt depth 

The Dream took another step forward last season, as they finished in fifth place and made the playoffs for the first time since 2018. Though they were swept by the Wings in the first round, it was yet another reminder that Tanisha Wright has this team on the right path. The offseason additions of Jordin Canada, Aerial Powers and Tina Charles will give them a much needed boost of experience and offensive production.