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WNBA Expansion Draft Simulator

Build championship rosters for the Toronto Tempo and Portland Fire

The WNBA is expanding to Toronto and Portland in 2026. Select 6 players from unprotected rosters to build your championship contender.

How the Expansion Draft Works

Protected Players
Each of the 13 existing WNBA teams can protect up to 6 players from their roster.
Snake Draft
Toronto and Portland alternate picks in a snake draft format, selecting from unprotected players.
Build Your Team
Each expansion team selects 6 players total. Balance positions, stats, and experience to create a competitive roster.
Share Results
After completing your draft, get a shareable link to show friends your roster and compare strategies.
Expansion Draft Rules
Understanding the mechanics

Available Player Pool

All unprotected players from the 13 existing WNBA teams are available for selection. Teams include: Atlanta Dream, Chicago Sky, Connecticut Sun, Dallas Wings, Golden State Valkyries, Indiana Fever, Los Angeles Sparks, Las Vegas Aces, Minnesota Lynx, New York Liberty, Phoenix Mercury, Seattle Storm, and Washington Mystics.

Draft Order

The draft follows a snake format with alternating picks. Toronto Tempo picks first, then Portland Fire, continuing back and forth for 12 total picks (6 per team).

Strategy Tips

Consider balancing your roster across positions (Guards, Forwards, Centers), mixing veteran leadership with young talent, and evaluating player stats like PPG, RPG, and APG to build a competitive team.

Based on 2024-25 WNBA season data