The buzz around the 2025 WNBA Draft is heating up, and all eyes are on the next generation of stars ready to make an impact. Among them, Azzi Fudd has emerged as one of the most talked-about prospects, attracting attention for her scoring and dynamic play. With the draft drawing closer, speculation about which team will pick her is intensifying.

Recently, Gabby Williams, a seasoned All-Star, appeared on Fudd’s podcast Fudd Around and Find Out, and, according to one post, “wasted no time on recruiting.” The Seattle Storm guard told her, “I want you to have a great season, but not too good,” clearly indicating that she wants her to fall to #3, which is the Storm’s pick.

Currently, the Dallas Wings hold the #1 pick, and, according to some mock drafts, Fudd could end up as high as the first overall pick. There’s even more connecting her to Dallas: Paige Bueckers. Bueckers and Fudd are currently dating, and together formed one of the most lethal backcourts in the country at UConn. The idea of reuniting the two now is tantalizing, especially since it’s a proven formula.

Williams’ comments have added a layer of complexity. If Fudd were to be drafted to Seattle, her and Bueckers would have to match up against each other multiple times in the season. Fudd’s potential arrival in Seattle has already sparked discussion about team chemistry, and Fudd would fit right in.

Azzi shot a blistering 50% from three last season, something that the team needs, especially if they manage to resign Nneka Ogwumike. Currently, the only concern are her injury issues, especially since she has torn her right ACL twice and missed half of the 2022-23 season and almost the whole 2023-24 season with knee injuries. Last season was her healthiest season, and if can play this season without any injuries, she’s a lock for top 5.

Chiney Ogwumike Weighs in on Azzi Fudd’s Draft Value

The debate over who will be selected first overall is still in flux, and Chiney Ogwumike recently made her opinion clear. The former first-overall pick recently appeared on NBA Today, and made her opinion clear. “With the No. 1 still being up for grabs, that situation being fluid, one thing that translates in the WNBA is shooting,” she said. “I would not be surprised if Azzi Fudd is the No. 1 pick. She’s someone that is leading them in scoring so far and has had multiple games with multiple threes. So she’s a shooter, and that’s good.”

She concluded that Dallas should “should shoot their shot at that,” while also praising Fudd as the, “One of the best, if not the best shooter in the draft.” She’s not wrong about Fudd’s fit in Dallas. The Wings have the Rookie of the Year, who had an outstanding season, but lack heavily in three-point shooting; they shot just 30.4% from beyond the arc last year, and had the worst record in the league with just 10 wins on the season.

Fudd also stood out during the Basketball Hall of Fame Showcase against Michigan and Utah. Coming from Ogwumike, a celebrated veteran and analyst, along with someone who understands what front offices prioritize, the endorsement signals that Fudd might be heading to Dallas, much to Gabby Williams’ dismay.