Aneesah Morrow Details What WNBA Teams Should Know About Her Before the Draft
Aneesah Morrow didn't just lead NCAA Division I women's basketball in rebounding during her senior season at LSU, but she also displayed a mindset that impressed scouts and general managers. As a result, she's widely projected to go in the top 10 of the 2025 WNBA Draft.
The All-American forward averaged 18.7 points and 13.5 rebounds while shooting 49.0 percent from the field in 2025, finishing her as the third all-time leading rebounder in NCAA Division I women's basketball history.
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'I don't like to be denied. I don't like to be told no,' Morrow said. 'It might sound like being a little spoiled, but at the same time, I work very hard on and off the floor — academically, in the classroom, in the weight room, trying to see my body change. I really work hard to accomplish the goals that I want.'
Before learning where she will play professional basketball, Morrow is embracing the moment in New York City. During WNBA Draft weekend, Morrow worked behind the counter at Raising Cane's in New York, serving fans and reflecting on her path to the pros.
'LSU has been a big part of building my brand and being here at Cane's today is so special,' Morrow said. 'Cane's was my first meal at LSU, and it was so good. I have a lot of experience going to Cane's after practice with my teammates. My go-to order is the Box Combo, no slaw, extra fries, and extra toast.'
Aneesah Morrow, a projected top 10 WNBA Draft pick and one of the most dominant scorers in women's college basketball, during a celebratory pre-WNBA Draft 'shift' at Raising Cane's Astor Place in New York.Raising Cane's
Wings general manager Curt Miller, who previously coached the Connecticut Sun and Los Angeles Sparks, said Morrow's production will translate easily at the next level.
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'Rebounding has always translated,' Miller said. 'She's undersized, so it talks about tenacity, it talks about desire. Rebounding is a hustle statistic.'
Morrow agrees with Miller's assessment, emphasizing the value of being aggressive on the boards. She fully intends to bring this approach and mentality to the WNBA.
'Getting extra possessions for my team is huge,' Morrow said. 'It requires hunger and grit. If it were easy, everyone would do it. I'm going to stay the course and keep that mindset.'
With projections placing her anywhere from No. 5 to No. 9 overall, Morrow may not know where she's headed yet — but she already is focused on maximizing her potential, wherever she plays.
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'I want to improve my ball-handling, knock down the three consistently, and create for others,' Morrow said. 'But I know what I bring on the boards. That's who I am.'
Morrow will find out her next team after the WNBA Draft begins on Monday, April 14, with a start time of 7:30 p.m. ET.
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