What happened: Chelsea Leite said a league source confirmed that a tie for the best WNBA draft lottery odds would be handled evenly between the teams involved. The clarification centers on how the lottery would treat clubs that finish with matching top odds.

Why it matters: That matters for the race to the top pick because identical lottery positioning can shape offseason planning before the draw is held. A clearer procedure also reduces uncertainty around draft-order scenarios once the non-playoff field is set.

What to watch: Watch for the league's formal lottery procedures and the final order of eligible teams before the draft draw.