She's got a chance to get some playing time and be exposed to a first-class organization. And if Coop's preseason pickup game is any indication, Robinson could also get a ring and fat bonus check in September. Now let's take a closer look at the rest of the draft. Best Overall Draft by an Expansion Team Portland. The Fire got Lynn Pride, Stacy Thomas, Maxann Reese and Rhonda L. Smith.
Pride is one of the most versatile players drafted.
Surrounded by equal or superior talent, she will thrive in this league at the 3-spot. Thomas is a sleeper. If Linda Hargrove's staff can nurture her talent and athletic ability, Stacy will be an All Star off guard by her second pro season. She's gotta work on her outside jumper, but the other elements are already in place. Worst Overall Draft by an Expansion Team Miami Sol.