Roomies, the 2024 WNBA draft occurred on Monday, April 15. Now, The Shade Room is bringing you up to speed on everything that went down — from the fashion to the drafts to the speeches.
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2024 WNBA Draft: The Ladies Pulled Up In Style
Angel Reese was one of the first ballers to take to Instagram to show off her ensemble for the evening. According to WWD, the “Bayou Barbie” rocked a Bronx and Banco backless gown, which also featured a cowl neck and “dramatic train.”
Additionally, Reese rocked 3D-painted nails and topped off her look with a “sparkling” mouth grill.
Check it out below.
However, Reese wasn’t the only baller who arrived at the event in style. Kamilla Cardoso opted for a red pantsuit, while Caitlin Clark donned nude Prada shades to match her creme ensemble.
Swipe below to see more looks from the ladies.
The First Round Draft Picks: Caitlin Clark Was Chosen No. 1
According to The Athletic, Caitlin Clark, who previously played for the Iowa Hawkeyes, was chosen as the first draft pick at Monday’s event. The outlet adds that Clark was selected by the Indiana Fever.
Clark reportedly scored 3,951 points with the Hawkeyes, which the outlet notes is “the most ever in NCAA men’s or women’s Division I history.” Additionally, The Athletic reports that Clark’s accolades while with the Hawkeyes were so astonishing that her jersey was recently retired.
Kamilla Cardoso Was Chosen Third
Shortly after Clark received her draft, Kamilla Cardoso followed suit. The Brazilian native was chosen by the Chicago Sky. Additionally, she shared her gratitude after the announcement.
“… [I want to] give my family a better life, so I’m just so thankful that I was able to be here,” she explained.
Swipe below to watch her sentiments.
Rickea Jackson Was Chosen Fourth
Tennessee’s Rickea Jackson was chosen fourth in the 2024 WNBA Draft. Furthermore, she will join the Los Angeles Sparks.
Swipe below to see the moment Jackson was chosen and a photo of her and her new team jersey.
