Pros, cons of Dallas Wings picking Lady Vols' Zee Spearman in 2026 WNBA Draft

Lady Vols basketball  forward Zee Spearman was selected No. 31 overall by the Dallas Wings in the third round of the 2026 WNBA Draft on April 13. Spearman transferred to Tennessee ahead of Lady Vols coach Kim Caldwell's first season and excelled in her system.

Spearman joins senior forward Janiah Barker as the first WNBA draftees under Caldwell. She's the 48th WNBA draft pick in program history. The Lady Vols' last WNBA draft pick before this year was former star forward Rickea Jackson, who was the  fourth-straight first-round pick for Tennessee  under former coach Kellie Harper in 2024.

Here's what Spearman brings to the Wings. What Zee Spearman brings to Dallas Wings in 2026 WNBA Draft Spearman blossomed into a versatile stretch forward playing for Caldwell. She immediately improved her scoring at Tennessee and increased her playmaking.

Spearman thrived playing as a guard and isn't afraid to shoot from deep, although her shooting from range was more consistent as a junior. Spearman is a solid rebounder and can handle physicality in the post, and has great potential as a rim protector. Her efficiency took a hit as a senior as Tennessee's season spiraled, but she was a career 50% shooter in her first three seasons.