Aliyah Boston selected first overall by Indiana Fever in 2023 WNBA Draft

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Aliyah Boston was the No. 1 pick in the WNBA Draft on Monday night, going to the Indiana Fever.

It's the first time that the Fever have had the top choice in the draft, and they chose the South Carolina star. Boston, a three-time Associated Press All-American who also was the Player of the Year as a junior, will solidify the post for Indiana.

"It’s really special, I’m thankful to God for putting me in this position," said the 21-year-old Boston, who is from the U.S. Virgin Islands. "Everyone in Indiana, they saw something in me, I’m ready to get there and get to work."

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Aliyah Boston poses for a photo on the Orange Carpet prior to the 2023 WNBA Draft at Spring Studios on April 10, 2023 in New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Sarah Stier/Getty Images)

The Fever had the worst record in the league last season, going 5-31.

"Aliyah Boston will have an immediate impact on our franchise on and off the court," Fever GM Lin Dunn said. "We are excited to pair her with Kelsey [Mitchell] and NaLyssa [Smith] as we reload the Indiana Fever. We are very impressed with Aliyah’s post skills as well as her natural leadership skills. This a great day for our franchise!"

Boston, like many other players, have had to choose whether to return to college for a fifth season because of the extra year granted for the COVID-19 virus or turn pro. She decided to enter the draft, joining 111 other players to declare.

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