Janiah Barker
College / Club
Tennessee
Height
6-4
Position
Forward
Age
Country
USA
2026 WNBA Mock Draft
Round 2, Pick 5: 20th overall
Pro Comparison
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Player Profile
Janiah Barker is a versatile forward for the 2026 WNBA Draft, with elite athleticism and excellent size. She can do a little bit of everything—shoot, rebound, handle the ball, and score in the post—making her a matchup problem for opponents. A high-energy player, Barker thrives on hustle plays and rebounding, consistently impacting the game with her physicality. Her ceiling is incredibly high, but she needs to continue to develop her consistency and overall polish. If she puts all her skills together, she has the potential to be an impact pro at the next level.
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Notable Teammates
Kiki Rice (UCLA) • Lauren Betts (UCLA) • Angela Dugalić (UCLA) • Charlisse Leger-Walker (UCLA) • Timea Gardiner (UCLA) • Talaysia Cooper (Tennessee) • Zee Spearman (Tennessee)
Draft Board Comparison
| Rank | Name | Season | Team | FG% | 3P% | FT% | REB | AST | STL | BLK | TO | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 | Iyana Martin Carrion | '25-26 | AVE | 46.1 | 34.2 | 80.5 | 4.0 | 3.9 | 1.5 | 0.2 | 3.1 | 12.4 |
| 15 | Janiah Barker | '25-26 | TENN | 46.5 | 36.5 | 73.0 | 6.6 | 1.2 | 1.1 | 0.9 | 2.6 | 14.3 |
| 16 | Frieda Bühner | '25-26 | EST | 49.2 | 25.6 | 80.0 | 7.1 | 1.9 | 1.0 | 0.3 | 1.8 | 17.3 |
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FROM ROCKY TOP TO THE BIG APPLE
The College Years
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The Pro Debut
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