WNBA teams evaluate draft prospects ahead of playoff matchups
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 12:00 PM
Last updated Aug 23, 2026
With playoff contention slipping away for some teams, the 2027 WNBA Draft is already on the minds of coaches and fans. On August 23, the Seattle Storm face the Dallas Wings, while the Portland Fire host the Washington Mystics, and the Toronto Tempo take on the Las Vegas Aces. Focus remains on potential future stars like Hannah Hidalgo and JuJu Watkins, with the Storm and Fire specifically assessing fits and needs for the upcoming draft. Discussions center around how these prospects could enhance team dynamics, especially for those likely to land in the lottery.
- •Seattle Storm plays Dallas Wings at 4 p.m. ET.
- •Portland Fire hosts Washington Mystics at 7 p.m. ET.
- •Toronto Tempo faces Las Vegas Aces at 7 p.m. ET.
- •Draft prospects discussed include Hannah Hidalgo and JuJu Watkins.
- •Teams are strategizing for potential lottery picks in 2027.
- 12:00 PMYahoo Sports — WNBA gameday discussion: Which 2027 draft prospects would be the best fits for the Storm, Fire and Tempo?
"For WNBA teams eliminated from playoff contention, it’s not too early to begin engaging in 2027 draft lottery dreams.
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