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Atlanta Dream Drafts Madina Okot, Fills Griner's Void

4/14/2026

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The Atlanta Dream selected Madina Okot, a South Carolina standout, with the 13th overall pick in the 2026 WNBA Draft.
Angel Reese celebrated the selection on X, citing Okot's senior season stats of 12.1 points and 10.6 rebounds per game.
Dan Padover, the Dream general manager, praised Okot's size and potential and noted her recent entry into basketball.
This pick aims to fill Brittney Griner's departure to Connecticut.

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Story summary

The Atlanta Dream selected Madina Okot, a South Carolina standout, with the 13th overall pick in the 2026 WNBA Draft.
Angel Reese celebrated the selection on X, citing Okot's senior season stats of 12.1 points and 10.6 rebounds per game.
Dan Padover, the Dream general manager, praised Okot's size and potential and noted her recent entry into basketball.
This pick aims to fill Brittney Griner's departure to Connecticut.