Gianna Kneepkens
College / Club
UCLA
Height
6-0
Position
Guard
Age
Country
USA
2026 WNBA Mock Draft
Round 1, Pick 7: 7th overall
Pro Comparison
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Player Profile
Gianna Kneepkens is known for the scoring versatility, shooting touch, and basketball IQ that make her a compelling prospect for the 2026 WNBA Draft. She is a three-level scorer, capable of knocking down shots from beyond the arc, finishing at the rim, and scoring efficiently in the mid-range. Kneepkens plays with a smooth, controlled pace and has a strong feel for the game. She is a reliable defender and rebounder, using her size and anticipation to contribute beyond just scoring.
Notable Teammates
Kiki Rice (UCLA) • Lauren Betts (UCLA) • Angela Dugalić (UCLA) • Charlisse Leger-Walker (UCLA) • Gabriela Jaquez (UCLA) • Timea Gardiner (UCLA) • Alissa Pili (Utah)
| SEASON | TEAM | GP | MIN | FGM-FGA | FG% | 3PT | 3PT% | FT | FT% | OR | DR | REB | AST | STL | BLK | TO | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24-25 | Utah | 31 | 30.0 | 3.96.2/12.3 | 50.4 | 3.0/6.8 | 44.8 | 3.9/4.4 | 89.0 | 0.8 | 4.2 | 5.0 | 3.0 | 1.0 | 0.3 | 2.4 | 19.3 |
| 25-26 | UCLA | 22 | 27.7 | 4.8/9.3 | 52.1 | 2.5/5.4 | 46.0 | 1.0/1.1 | 92.3 | 0.7 | 2.7 | 3.4 | 3.4 | 1.2 | 0.2 | 1.1 | 13.2 |
Game Analysis
- vs. BYU (Jan 2025) – Kneepkens poured in a career-high 32 points, including six 3-pointers. [Read the article.]
- vs. Cincinnati (Feb 2025) – Gianna Kneepkens Drops 25 Points vs. Cincinnati. [Watch the hightlights]
In the News
- A basketball player from ‘the hockey state’: Gianna Kneepkens joins UCLA
- The Senior Shuffle: How 7 Transfers Will Impact Their New Programs and the 2026 WNBA Draft
- UCLA’s Loaded Senior Class Looms Large as Season Nears
- Early Look: 2027 WNBA Draft
- Full 3 Round 2026 WNBA Mock Draft
- Re-Drafting the 2024 WNBA Draft
- Back to Player Directory
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