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Sparks Draft Ohio State Guard Chance Gray at No. 24

WNBA expansion to 15 teams with two development slots per roster gives the guard a better shot to stick.

Overview

  • The Los Angeles Sparks drafted Ohio State guard Chance Gray with the No. 24 pick in the second round.
  • Gray capped a breakout senior year by averaging 14.7 points with 45.3% shooting from the field and 40.5% from three.
  • General manager Raegan Pebley said Gray was in the gym during the draft and learned of the pick after a workout.
  • New league rules that add two development roster spots per team, along with expansion to 15 clubs, increase paths for second-rounders to make rosters.
  • Ohio State extended its run to four straight drafts with a selection, a program record.