From Taurasi to Clark: Comparing the Legendary 2004 Draft with the 2024 Stars

A draft class that redefined the game with iconic names like Diana Taurasi, Alana Beard, Nicole Powell, and Lindsay Whalen. From Taurasi s rookie year explosion with the Phoenix Mercury to Whalen s championship glory with the Minnesota Lynx, these players didn t just make their markthey transformed the league See how Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese, and others are poised to carry the torch as today s WNBA Stars Discover how the 2004 draft class not only brought incredible talent but also sparked a huge boost in TV ratings and fan engagement, setting the stage for the league s future growth. Subscribe to ESPN+ Get the ESPN App: Subscribe to ESPN on YouTube: Subscribe to NBA on ESPN on YouTube: Watch ESPN on YouTube TV: , wnba , indianafever, phoenixmercury