You’re part of the new wave of players who have entered college with the knowledge that the WNBA is out there waiting for you. Is this something you’ve thought about or dreamed about for a while now?

Thomas: This is something I’ve been thinking about ever since I was in high school and it’s simply a dream come true. So hopefully I can fulfill my dream.

To go number one, are you stunned? People have been talking about you being the number one for a while.

Thomas: Yeah, I was surprised. I still can’t believe it, so my heart’s still beating.

Were you a little nervous about being the number one pick, and obviously going into the draft with so many people expecting you to be the number one pick?

Thomas: Yeah, I was kind of nervous. I’m from a small town and I just didn’t know what it was like.

Do you have any players or teams in the WNBA that you have watched or liked?

Thomas: Yeah, I have a couple teams. I watch everybody that plays on TV.

Is there anybody that’s been a role model or inspiration to you?

Thomas: I like Yolanda Griffith and Tamika Catchings. They’re two of my favorite players in the WNBA.

Did you follow Cleveland much last season?

Thomas: Yeah, I watched Cleveland. They were rebuilding. They had a lot of young players. Hopefully when I make it there, that’ll change.

What do you think you’ll bring to the team?

Thomas: I think I’ll bring more excitement, more scoring. I want to help rebuild the team.