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JuJu Watkins projected No. 1 pick in 2027 WNBA mock draft

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Last updated Oct 27, 2026

JuJu Watkins projected No. 1 pick in 2027 WNBA mock draft
Summary

JuJu Watkins, Madison Booker, and Hannah Hidalgo are the anticipated top three selections in ESPN's initial mock draft for the 2027 WNBA season, published on October 27, 2026. The mock draft highlights the emerging talents in women's basketball, with Watkins opening as the frontrunner. The rankings reflect teams' scouting efforts and projected needs for the upcoming draft.

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Key Details
  • •JuJu Watkins is projected as the No. 1 pick.
  • •Madison Booker and Hannah Hidalgo follow in the draft order.
  • •The mock draft was released by ESPN on October 27, 2026.
  • •These projections highlight emerging talents in women's basketball.
  • •Teams are preparing based on these anticipated selections for the draft.
Latest Updates
  • 3:10 PMESPN — WNBA mock draft: JuJu Watkins opens at projected No. 1
What they're saying
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JuJu Watkins, Madison Booker and Hannah Hidalgo are the projected top three picks in ESPN's first mock draft for 2027.

— ESPNby Michael Voepel
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