The WNBA draft will be a virtual event this year.
The league announced Thursday that its draft will still be held April 17 as originally scheduled, but without players, fans or media in attendance due to the coronavirus pandemic.
"The WNBA draft is a time to celebrate the exceptional athletes whose hard work and dreams are realized with their selections in the draft," WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert said.
"Safeguarding the health and well-being of our prospects, players, employees, and everyone connected to our game as well as the general public is paramount."
"Always the main guiding principle is the health of the players, fans and employees. We are not taking any scenario of the season off the table, including the tip of the season on May 15."
"We might be able to tip this season off before some other leagues since we only have 12 teams and 144 players."
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