Chicago Sky loses Carla Thomas

"We have been very selective with our list and were able to obtain some great size, athleticism, character and depth through today's expansion draft," said Atlanta coach and GM Marynell Meadors. "Each player understands the opportunity to get our Atlanta Dream franchise started in a positive direction and we are all looking forward to our inaugural season."

Other players selected were Erika DeSouza (Connecticut), Katie Feenstra (Detroit), Roneeka Hodges (Houston), Ann Strother (Indiana), LaToya Thomas (Los Angeles), Kristen Mann (Minnesota), Ann Wauters (New York), Jennifer Lacy (Phoenix), Kristin Haynie (Sacramento), Chantelle Anderson (San Antonio), Betty Lennox (Seattle) and Yelena Leuchanka (Washington).