Questions the prospect raises: While Hollingshed's shot has improved, it's still not mechanically as sound as it could be. Examining her performance in the national championship game against South Carolina versus her clutch showing in the Elite Eight against NC State illustrates those struggles. Within the draft lottery and potential No. Cunane isn't known for imposing her will physically, but Dodson struggled against her in the Sweet 16. She can score at all three levels, handle the ball and distribute it when needed, play at least three positions (the 2, 3 and the 4) and use her 6'2" size and long arms to defend when she wants to. This season from beyond the arc, she shot 38.7 percent, which places her in the 91st percentile, according to Her Hoops Stats. For now, there are other changes to accomplish first. Before we reveal our final mock draft the morning of draft day, we've compiled a big board of must-know prospects, outlined what makes them pro-ready and noted common concerns about the state of their game. In her final years at UConn, she's proved that those natural skills can be translated over to the defensive side of the ball. Projected draft position: Early third round, 10. Sjerven put her name on the map after three double-digit scoring performances against fellow W prospects in Shakira Austin, NaLyssa Smith and Naz Hillmon in the NCAA tournament. Led the team with 18 points and four assists and tied a career high with four steals against Gonzaga. Lewis proved how versatile and tough she is to guard during her graduate year at Baylor. But two days after her final home game at KFC Yum! She's an effective screener and makes intelligent reads on the floor. In her final season, she registered. Pro-ready skill: In her six-year collegiate career, Lewis always had a free-throw rate (a percentage of two-point scoring trips that result in a trip to the free-throw line, according to Her Hoops Stats) in the 92nd percentile or above. Pro-ready skill: In her fifth year of eligibility at Notre Dame, Dodson proved she can crash the offensive glass at a high level. Dickey has fine size as a guard but might be a bit undersized as a wing. She competed alongside Olivia Cochran in leading the USA to gold at the 2019 FIBA 3x3 U18 World Cup in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia and scored a tournament sixth-best 36 points over seven games. Questions the prospect raises: In her final collegiate season, Gray shot 25.5 percent from three in only 51 attempts. REPORT YOUR COMMITMENT TO commit@prospectsnation.com. She grabbed 115 offensive rebounds last season. She also is the type of player who does whatever is asked and takes on whatever role she's given willingly. This INCLUDES a player card with video highlights posted and access to premium player evaluations in the senior, junior and sophomore classes. While Henderson was known to step up during critical games this season, her inconsistency, especially on offense, remains her largest weakness. Questions the prospect raises: The issue for Hull is her physicality (how strong she is and her ability to absorb contact) and athleticism (agility and quickness) aren't quite there for immediate success and impact. A member of the U19 USA squad that won a gold medal in the 2019 FIBA World Cup. While her, three-point percentage exponentially increased. She successfully exposed smaller guards who defended her one-on-one. Named NCAA Wichita Regional Most Outstanding Player, Named to midseason Ann Meyers Drysdale Award Watch List, Listed at No. Pro-ready skill: Ramirez is an excellent spot-up shooter who canned 40.2 percent from three while averaging 6.5 attempts per game in her final collegiate season. Rhyne Howard (Kentucky, Guard/Wing, Senior). Engstler's limits on offense, especially her ability to score on the inside, might prevent talent evaluators from taking a chance on her. 1 name atop the scouting report. Ionescu has done that with her on-court talents and off-court degree. Mya Hollingshed (Colorado, Small Forward, Fifth-Year Senior). In the previous CBA, rookies like four-time UConn champion Breanna Stewart made around $40,000 a year on a rookie contract. While her three-point percentage exponentially increased during her collegiate career, Sjerven's 6'2" size will come into questionespecially defensively against taller and stronger centers. 1 spot. But that 144 roster number isn't accurate, either. But there are also not enough spots for the amount of talent now in the women's game. Jackie Young left Notre Dame and was the Las Vegas Aces' No. Her efficiency from deep will also need to improve at the pro level. Follow @BrandonClayPSB A player card created for a HS aged player of your choosing. Ionescu has done that with her on-court talents and off-court degree. Tallied a team-high 19 points, six rebounds and three assists against Bellarmine. "Trends take more than a year or two to really develop," Lisa Borders said as WNBA president in 2016. The new deal includes higher salaries, better benefits and accommodations more fitting of professional athletes. She can drive with the ball well, can spot up shots and can especially score at the short corner. She is the second Cardinal taken in this year's draft. "I've never seen somebody who can lock down one through five. During the 2021-22 collegiate season, she shot, Throughout her college career, Wells was both turnover and foul prone. Even when Smith has a defender with similar size guarding her, what makes her unique is her ability to elevate above the defense and score at 6'4". Will kids do it? Questions the prospect raises: While Austin is listed as a center, her offensive game is more suited to power forward. Offensively, Williams can score at all three levels and can be hard to guard when she's slashing through the paint. Sabrina Ionescu could have declared as a junior in the April 2019 draft, for example, because she turned 22 on Dec. 6 later that year. During the 2021-2022 season, she only shot, Egbo had difficulty adapting to new coach Nicki Collen's system at first, but. Here are some samples of our Platinum Subscriber stories: Timeout -- Kelsey Mitchell and Christa Reed, Instant Reaction -- Texas Tech Scores Again. She won't be taken in the 2022 WNBA draft, either. This subscription option renews on a yearly basis. At 6'4", Staiti can stretch as a mid-range and three-point jump-shooter. "This is a draft with some good players, not generational players," said Cheryl Reeve, head coach and GM of the Minnesota Lynx, on her podcast, "It will be interesting to see how this all plays out and who ends up rising up and being able to carve out some space for themselves on a WNBA team this year.". The benefits, and mainly the money, are not there the way they are in the NBA. WebTitle Author Date ; In The Gym With Avery Howell: Chris Hansen : 2023-02-21 10:08 : ELITE 150 Watch List - 2027 Van Lith had 26 points in that contest, but the Cardinals couldnt find offense anywhere else, as Olivia Cochran was the next highest scorer with 7 points. Shot 49-128 (.383) from 3-point range and 44-53 (.830) from the free throw line. She's an exceptional rim protector who can hedge in addition to function in drop coverages. She earned the honor after averaging 11.3 points, 7.0 rebounds, 2.3 assists and 1.7 steals, while shooting a perfect 10-10 from the free throw line to help the No. 3. Louisville had six players on the list, including Engstler at No. Pro-ready skill: Sjerven put her name on the map after three double-digit scoring performances against fellow W prospects in Shakira Austin, NaLyssa Smith and Naz Hillmon in the NCAA tournament. Also named USA TodayAll-USA first team, All-USA Washington first team (2019), Naismith High School All-America honorable mention (2019), Washington Interscholastic Activities Association Class 1A MVP (2018, 2019), Washington State Class 1A Player of the Year (2018, 2019) and WIAA All-State Class 1A first team (2017, 2018, 2019). Wells can score at all three levels, especially succeeding when she creates in space. Her lateral movements are quite slow, and she struggles to execute and recover on hedges. 1 pick in the draft. The WNBA operates with different eligibility rules than the NBA. It's possible this has impacted her explosiveness and lateral quickness. April 11 when the 2022 WNBA draft is held, namely the John R. Wooden Award for college basketball's, exceptions in the collective bargaining agreement, Ravens GM says he's 'optimistic' team can get a deal done with QB Lamar Jackson, Add Anthony Davis (foot) to Lakers' injury woes; AD, LeBron and DLo all out tonight, Aaron Rodgers offers vague update on his NFL future: 'All the answers are right inside me', Arrest warrant issued for Jalen Carter, potential No. WNBA players have historically complemented their salaries with potentially more lucrative overseas contracts and marketing deals. Follow @ProspectsNation. It wasnt the priority in the moment, Bird said, via the Associated Press. Played every minute of the game for the second time this season and had a team-high 26 points against South Dakota State. Pro-ready skill: Austin's defense is pro-ready, as she has a solid handle on her footwork at 6'5". The unfortunate reality is there are not a lot of places for them to go if they chose to leave early. ESPN recently ranked the top-25 players in the Final Four. "Let's revisit this again a few years down the road and then see where we stand.". Rhyne Howard, Kentucky senior guard/wing. Sophomore Year (2021-22): Louisville's Hailey Van Lith has found her confidence. For a guard, the long ball is imperative in the W. At only 19, Melbourne is an impressive lane slasher playing in the WNBL against WNBA pros Sami Whitcomb, Jackie Young and Marina Mabrey. 2015: Check Me Out Seattle,Check Me Out Training Camp. 1,694. The impact of allowing players to declare early is deeper than only a talented player like Bueckers or Clark. Second- and third-round draft picks are already a long shot to make rosters and some first-round picks might not make it either. Follow your favorite teams and leagues for in-depth analysis and expert coverage from the best newsroom in The 2022 WNBA draft will be held in New York City Monday, April 11 at 7 p.m. While steals shouldn't wholly define what a player is or isn't defensively, Burton has still picked pockets at an impressive rate, racking up 117 of her 394 total steals during her senior season. Fans will be tuning in for another college season to watch Boston, Bueckers and other talent that showed out in the tournament. The other will be back at UConn.. Some have debunked this issue as a product of the team she was on; Howard had to do a lot of Kentucky's heavy lifting throughout her career. Tennessee didn't get within two points again. Van Lith will compete alongside Ashley Jones, who will be returning to Iowa State this year for a fifth season, Cierra Burdick, a Tennessee graduate, and Lauren Cox, Most college players aren't eligible for the WNBA draft until they've finished four years of college. Many women's players graduate within three years and begin graduate programs to stay for a fourth. There are very few players who opt to leave college early as an eligible junior. During her junior season, she showed the potential to shoot 40 percent from three, a number that dropped to 32.5 percent in fewer games as a senior. Rosters right now are bulging and the jump from collegiate ball to the professional level is a big one. Questions the prospect raises: She began the season with a leg injury, which she might not be completely healed from. Questions the prospect raises: Sabally only played in two collegiate seasons due to two ACL tears, and during the 2021-2022 season, she reinjured her right knee. WNBA talent evaluators value prospects who can create a shot from multiple levels, both off the dribble and on a kickout, something Burrell can do with ease. 4 seed in the ACC Tournament, is set to play in the quarterfinals at 11 a.m. Friday against an opponent yet to be determined. One will have the opportunity to be 1-2-3 pick in the NBA draft and make millions and millions of dollars. Scored 11 points on 4-11 from the field and tied a season-high four assists vs. North Carolina on 1/28. Recorded a team-high 17 points on 7-13 from the field, in addition to four rebounds and two assists at North Carolina on 2/17, Second on the team with 16 points, adding two rebounds, two assists and two steals in the win over Notre Dame on 2/13, Scored a career-high 34 points in the win at Clemson. Build a brand for themselves, build a brand for the university.. 18 on ESPN Top 25 list, Represented the USA at the FIBA 3x3 Women's Series stop in Montreal on Sept. 3-4, finished with 3-1 record and Van Lith paced the USA in its three victories with 18 points, which tied as the top output on the day, added four key assists and eight rebounds, Along with Emily Engstler,played with the USA 3x3 women's team at the FIBA 3x3 U23 Nations League in Voiron, France, finished with 5-3 record with all losses coming to host France. ET on ESPN. She's an elite rebounder (11.1 per game in 2021-22) and has impressive anticipation as a help defender. Hailey Van Lith (Photo: USA Basketball). To purchase, click on the "add to cart" link below. Nia Clouden (Michigan State, Guard, Senior). Wenatchee, Wash., Cashmere High School point guard Hailey Van Lith - a consensus top 10 player in the Class of She has scored 20 or more points in seven conference games this season. Enough said. In 2016, Aerial Powers (Minnesota Lynx) left Michigan State as a junior and UConn's Morgan Tuck left with a year of eligibility remaining after taking a redshirt as a sophomore. Fr nhere Informationen zur Nutzung Ihrer Daten lesen Sie bitte unsere Datenschutzerklrung und Cookie-Richtlinie. All player evaluations and ratings are done by our staff based on live, in-person evaluations. That a large group of talent opted out of the 2020 season and will return this year doesn't help the matter. During her senior season, she shot 39.3 percent from three on 4.3 attempts per game. But at the pro level, it's her 5'7" frame that presents her with a steeper challenge. 1 overall pick in 2019. Pro-ready skill: At 6'1", Jones showed the type of matchup problem she can create against smaller guards and slower bigs in NC State's Elite Eight double-overtime loss against UConn. Natasha Cloud, Diamond DeShields, Lexie Brown and Erica Wheeler commented last year on a Highlight Her graphic, noting that there are only 12 spots on each of 12 teams. Projected draft position: Draft lottery pick to mid-first round. That might change by the time the CBA is set to expire, and their collegiate feats might force a change for generational talents. Questions the prospect raises: Inconsistency has been Williams' downfall throughout her college career and has prevented her from reaching her potential as a guard thus far. Her ability to read the opposing offense has set her apart. For now, there are other changes to accomplish first. Questions the prospect raises: While Allen-Taylor showed out in the NCAA tournament, averaging 12.8 points in four contests, a glaring weakness in her game is her inefficiency from the three-point line, as she shot 33.3 percent last season. Note that player cards are only available to annual subscribers. About Us; Staff; Camps; Scuba. Still, it's the second straight defensive team nod for the Cardinals' fifth-year senior guard. Scuba Certification; Private Scuba Lessons; Scuba Refresher for Certified Divers; Try Scuba Diving; Enriched Air Diver (Nitrox) Sabally only played in two collegiate seasons due to two ACL tears, and during the 2021-2022 season, she reinjured her right knee. Her athleticism will allow her to adapt to more pro-level defensive scheming. Louisville rising junior Hailey Van Lith was announced as a member of the 2022 USA Basketball Women's 3x3 National Team on Friday. At 6'1", Jones showed the type of matchup problem she can create against smaller guards and slower bigs in NC State's Elite Eight double-overtime loss against UConn. "I like the requirements right now selfishly because I think it grows women's basketball," former UConn star and ESPN analyst Rebecca Lobo said in 2021. Had 18 points, season-high four threes, set a career high with seven assists and tied a career high with two blocks in the win over Pitt. Offensively, Engstler's versatility is what makes her so valuable. of The Next, she can take some dribbles off that lead her to being disadvantaged while defending drives to the basket. Pro-ready skill: Westbrook's calling card is her versatility, which might be a blessing and a curse. "Let's revisit this again a few years down the road and then see where we stand.". Hillmon is also a proven winner. A player who turns 22 in the calendar year of the draft can renounce their NCAA eligibility and enter. Some have debunked this issue as a product of the team she was on; Howard had to do a lot of Kentucky's heavy lifting throughout her career. Two kids from the same neighborhood, same background, same everything go to school 3,000 miles apart. Sue Bird, four-time Seattle Storm champion and WNBA Players Association vice president, said the union briefly discussed it during CBA negotiations in 2019, but didn't revisit it with so much else on the table. Pro-ready skill: When Williams is on, her athleticism, strength and speed can be difficult to stop. During the 2021-22 collegiate season, she shot 46.1 percent from beyond the arc on 76 attempts. 1 pick and within the draft lottery, 2. "I like the requirements right now selfishly because I think it grows women's basketball," former UConn star and ESPN analyst Rebecca Lobo said on a pre-draft conference call. While Dunn raised that point, there must have been a reason the Washington Mystics, who value hard workers, traded out of the No. She also is coming from a mid-major school in Delaware that didn't allow her to compete against the more pro-ready talents in the country. Projected draft position: Within the draft lottery and potential No. Chloe Bibby (Maryland, Forward/Guard, Graduate Student). Welcome to the Nation, ProspectsNation.com! While Henderson is well-built and muscular, she's listed at 5'7" and will be bound for mismatches. She's slow to change angles to get better positioning. WebHome. Offensively, Williams can score at all three levels and can be hard to guard when she's slashing through the paint. All season, Smith was the Cardinals' go-to shot-maker, especially when the defenses collapsed on Hailey Van Lith, a more dynamic guard. "It will be interesting to see how this all plays out and who ends up rising up and being able to carve out some space for themselves on a WNBA team this year.". Washington Mystics head coach and GM Mike Thibault and Atlanta Dream GM Dan Padover believe there will be many more serviceable players in this class than there were last April when multiple first-rounders didn't even make it to the All-Star break on a WNBA roster. 0:16; Hailey Van Lith drills the jumper vs. Miami Hurricanes. Recorded a team high seven rebounds in addition to eight points and two steals in the Sweet 16 vs. Oregon. She'll need to work on getting a lot stronger to succeed. She can move well off the ball, making all sorts of cuts, and can slip quickly through ball screens toward the basket. hailey van lith wnba draft. Evina Westbrook (UConn, Combo Wing, Redshirt Senior). While Nelson-Ododa stands at 6'5" and has long arms, she has struggled with physicality and strong finishes. Pro-ready skill: Defense is where Hollingshed stands out the most. Courier Journal (Jan 22, 2022) -Hailey Van Lith now shows her grit "This is a draft with some good players, not generational players," said Cheryl Reeve, head coach and GM of the Minnesota Lynx, on her podcast, The Cheryl Reeve show. Bueckers is staying in school until at least 2023 when she'll turn 22 in October. The Cardinals play Longwood at home on Friday before preparing for a top-10 contest against No. She led the Huskies to the brink of reaching the title game and became the first freshman to win a score of awards, namely the John R. Wooden Award for college basketball's most outstanding player. A player who turns 22 in the calendar year of the draft can renounce their NCAA eligibility and enter. We should have that option. Bell has been lauded for her physicality and versatility on offense. While Smith also can defend well, according to Em Adler of The Next, she can take some dribbles off that lead her to being disadvantaged while defending drives to the basket. In her final years at UConn, she's proved that those natural skills can be translated over to the defensive side of the ball. It was the seventh time she has had five or more assists in a game. Veronica Burton (Northwestern, Guard, Senior). Smith's ceiling is so high because of the amount of athleticism she possesses in conjunction with her competitive spirit. As a junior, she helped lead Cashmere to a 23-3 record and the Washington Class 1-A state semifinals. She also struggles to recover on defense and isn't a great help defender. She can move well off the ball, making all sorts of cuts, and can slip quickly through ball screens toward the basket. Questions the prospect raises: While her versatility is her blessing, she can be inconsistent in some of her roles. Indiana Fever. These women are on a huge stage on that platform, and I'd like to see them continue to be on that stage until they're completely ready for the WNBA.". Pro-ready skill: Cunane is a solid post scorer who thrives with her back to the basket. While Paige Bueckers was out for a couple of months, Nelson-Ododa proved how versatile she can be as a point-post player. It marked the most points in a game by a Cardinal since Asia Durr tied, Contributed a team-high 17 points on five threes, in addition to four rebounds and a team-high three assists vs. Duke on 1/30. Hailey She can score at all three levels, handle the ball and distribute it when needed, play at least three positions (the 2, 3 and the 4) and use her 6'2" size and long arms to defend when she wants to. Hailey Van Lith (jersey #10) is the top player for Louisville. Questions the prospect raises: According to Peter Kilkelly at Five Out Basketball, Melbourne shot 33.3 percent from three-point range this past season in the WNBL, a stat that will need to improve in the WNBA. In her entire collegiate career, her field-goal percentage hasn't been a hair below 53 percent. Gray can score at three levels and can especially create her own looks driving through the lane and on mid-range fadeaways. The Cardinals' pushed for her to be named the conference's Defensive Player of the Year. Matthew McGavic Apr 11, 2022 8:27 PM EDT LOUISVILLE, Ky. - Make that two Louisville players to be taken in Questions the prospect raises: Dodson played her best basketball with the Irish in 2021-22, but how she matched up against Elissa Cunane in her final collegiate game was concerning. Will kids do it? Averaging five three-point attempts per game, Smith shot 36.7 percent, which. Louisville also was outrebounded 41-24. I think the next step is to have the choice, Taurasi said, via AP. That honor went to Duke guard Celeste Taylor instead. While Allen-Taylor showed out in the NCAA tournament, averaging 12.8 points in four contests, a glaring weakness in her game is her inefficiency from the three-point line, as she shot. "You would expect she would certainly be in a camp.". Recorded season-highs in minutes (39), points (24), field goals made (9), and steals (4) in the ACC Quarters vs. WF on 3/5. Recorded 15 points on 6-12 from the field, adding three assists and three rebounds at Boston College on 2/4. Those rules are increasingly a topic of discussion that came to the forefront with Bueckers, then again in 2022 with the rise of national player of the year and NCAA champion Aliyah Boston, and it's not as clear of a call to change the rules as it is with the NBA. If you want to get the scoop on Hailey Van Lith then you'll need to sign up for the Prospects Nation Yearly Platinum Membership. Access to the our full signing class rankings. 2018: Check Me Out Seattle, USA Basketball U17 National Team They are part of an incredible 2024 class that includes Aaliyah Edwards (UConn), Cameron Brink (Stanford) and Hailey Van Lith (Louisville). Team of the That's life-changing money for a lot of people, but it pales in comparison to $8 million a No. Cubaj's most transferable pro skill set is on the defensive end. Her ability to read the opposing offense has set her apart. Led the Cards with 17 points and added five assists, four rebounds and two steals in the win over Virginia. WNBA players have historically complemented their salaries with potentially more lucrative overseas contracts and marketing deals. She's an elite rebounder (11.1 per game in 2021-22) and has impressive anticipation as a help defender. Scored 17 points in the win over DePaul and tied for the team lead with five assists. LOUISVILLE, Ky. - With the 2021-22 women's college basketball season now officially in the books, it's only a matter #ncaaW #ACCwbb@LouisvilleWBB's Mykasa Robinson is *the only player in the country* averaging at least 5 points, 4 rebounds, 4 assists, 2 steals and less than 2 turnovers per-game, per @herhoopstats. The new deal includes higher salaries, better benefits and accommodations more fitting of professional athletes. Questions the prospect raises: Her competitive spirit and 40-minute focus in college could be a concern at the pro level. WNBA rookies drafted first through fourth in 2021 will receive $70,040 in base salary. The other will be back at UConn.. Second on the team with 13 points, contributing three rebounds, one assist and one steal in the win at Pittsburgh on 2/24. And in 2020, Oregon's Satou Sabally, UConn's Megan Walker and Texas A&M's Chennedy Carter were first-round picks as eligible juniors. Jenna Staiti (Georgia, Center, Graduate Student). Pro-ready skill: Henderson understands a big moment, and the body of work she presented in the NCAA tournament not only increased the amount of eyes on her but also improved her draft stock. She was also named ACC FOW after averaging 16.5 points and 9.5 rebounds, and shooting 52 percent from the floor and 6-12 from deep, in her first two games at UofL. Scored 21 points for the second straight game in the win over Kentucky. Build a brand for themselves, build a brand for the university.. There were 53 players who put their name in for consideration and the number drew sighs from well-established WNBA talent. Her footwork while guarding players in the post is a bit lackadaisical, and sometimes she comes across as unfocused. Probably not. Smith's calling card is her raw shooting skills, but questions surround how she can use her 6'0" frame to contribute to the game in other ways besides shooting and scoring. According to Em Adler at The Next, she'll also need to work on her ability to draw contact on penetration. WNBA draft: Why Paige Bueckers, Aliyah Boston won't be drafted At 6'1", she's a post player who can facilitate, move well off the ball and score fluidly in transition, and she's proved she can make a catch-and-shoot jump shot from beyond the arc. Named 2019 FIBA 3x3 U18 World Cup MVP and 2018 USA Basketball 3x3 U18 National Championship MVP. Her childhood best friend, Gonzaga freshman Jalen Suggs, has that option and is projected to go second overall by Yahoo Sports draft analyst Krysten Peek. She also struggles to recover on defense and isn't a great help defender. Questions the prospect raises: Dickey has fine size as a guard but might be a bit undersized as a wing. I think the next step is to have the choice, Taurasi said, via AP. Naismith Women's Player of the Year Midseason Team. "The great thing about Pointer is she plays taller than she is," Dunn said. Defensively, she's used her length and quickness to force turnovers and score off them in transition. The teams were announced Tuesday afternoon. As a senior, helped lead Cashmere High School to a 24-1 record and a trip to the WIAA 2020 Girls Basketball Hardwood Classic 1A championship game. Pro-ready skill: Sabally is a center with a pro-ready body who is more equipped to handle the physicality of W than some of her peers. 1 spot. Web hailey van lith wnba draft. I think whats interesting in this conversation is, I think players should have a choice, always. All rights reserved. Led the Cards with 25 points on 9-of-17 shooting to go with four rebounds and two assists in the win over Miami. Pro-ready skill: Gray can score at three levels and can especially create her own looks driving through the lane and on mid-range fadeaways. Defensively, she's used her length and quickness to force turnovers and score off them in transition. Inconsistency has been Williams' downfall throughout her college career and has prevented her from reaching her potential as a guard thus far. 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