Meghan Townsley takes a look at the current 2026 WNBA Rookie of the Year odds on DraftKings Sportsbook.

With the 2026 WNBA Draft in the books and a new wave of talent hitting the practice court, it’s time to take a look at the early Rookie of the Year odds on DraftKings Sportsbook!

WNBA Rookie Of The Year Odds

The Favorite: Dallas Wings G Azzi Fudd (+210)

Surprise, surprise. No. 1 overall pick Azzi Fudd holds the shortest odds to win Rookie of the Year at +210, an award her now-teammate Paige Bueckers ran away with last season. Despite finishing tied for the worst record in the league, the Wings are clearly building around young talent. Adding Fudd gives them a pure scorer with strength and efficiency, immediately boosting their offensive identity. Even while sharing the spotlight with Sarah Strong at UConn, she averaged 17.3 points per game as a senior and shot an absurd 42.2% from three over her college career.

The only real question is opportunity. Fudd now shares the floor with the reigning Rookie of the Year, and Bueckers isn’t going to fade into the background. She put up 19.6 points, 3.6 assists, and 1.6 steals per game while shooting 47.7% from the field. We’ve seen this dynamic before, though. During their time together at UConn, Bueckers carried a 19+ scoring average while Fudd settled in around 13.6, with multiple scoring options in the mix. How Dallas balances a Bueckers-Fudd backcourt will be key, especially when it comes to usage and consistency.

Second-Best Odds: Minnesota Lynx G Olivia Miles (+280)

At No. 2 overall in the draft, the Lynx added an all-around weapon in Miles. She led the nation in triple-doubles at TCU this season with six, including one in the opening round of the NCAA Tournament.

Miles pairs elite court vision with a high basketball IQ, making her a factor on both ends. The 5-foot-10 senior does a bit of everything, averaging 19.6 points, 6.6 assists, and 7.2 rebounds per game while impacting scoring, playmaking, and the glass. What separates her is the versatility. She can score at all three levels, create for others, and control tempo with ease, giving her one of the most complete skill sets in this draft class. Alongside Napheesa Collier, the Lynx now have a duo that is sure to draw eyes this season.

Third-Best Odds: Seattle Storm C Awa Fam Thiam (+310)

Then there’s Spain’s Awa Fam Thiam, who skipped the NCAA route but has quickly made a name for herself internationally. At just 19, she’s already been vocal about her WNBA goals, and her game reflects it. Fam brings a rare mix of size, fluidity, and skill. At 6-foot-4 with a 6-foot-8 wingspan, she’s listed as a center but moves like a guard, attacking off the dribble, facilitating, and operating with smooth footwork.

She finishes well around the rim, protects it on the other end, and has the ability to step out, handle from the perimeter or high post, and make smart reads. It’s a high-upside skill set. That said, her timeline may be a bit longer than players like Miles and Fudd. We’ve seen a similar path in Seattle before, with Dominique Malonga beginning to break out later in her rookie season. With key scorers such as Skylar Diggins and Gabby Williams no longer on the roster, there’s opportunity available, and Fam could carve out a meaningful role early as a playmaker.

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