Mississippi State women's basketball center Jessika Carter was selected with the 23rd overall pick in the Second Round of the 2024 WNBA Draft by the New York Liberty, making her the first player drafted from Mississippi State since 2019.

By the Numbers
  • Selected with the 23rd overall pick in the Second Round of the 2024 WNBA Draft
  • Averaged 14.9 points on 52.8% shooting, with 9.9 rebounds and 1.7 blocks per game
  • Recorded 13 double-doubles this season and achieved career totals of 1,750 points, 1,120 rebounds, and 238 blocks
State of Play
  • Jessika Carter is heading to New York to take part in Training Camp starting on April 28
Bottom Line

Jessika Carter, a standout player from Mississippi State, has been drafted by the New York Liberty, marking a significant achievement for both her and the university's basketball program. Her impressive collegiate career statistics and accolades position her as a promising addition to the WNBA, and her participation in the upcoming training camp with the Liberty sets the stage for the next chapter in her basketball career.