Napheesa Collier Out for Weeks After Ankle Injury vs. Aces

BREAKING: Star forward Napheesa Collier of the Minnesota Lynx will be sidelined for several weeks due to a sprained right ankle, the team confirmed today. This injury occurred during a game against the Las Vegas Aces on Saturday, July 15, 2023, when Collier stepped on a teammate’s foot.

Collier, a frontrunner for the WNBA MVP title, suffered the injury late in the third quarter while the Lynx held a commanding 92-49 lead. Witnesses reported that she collapsed in pain and was quickly surrounded by Aces players, including A’ja Wilson and Chelsea Gray, who provided assistance and shielded her from view.

Team officials have announced that Collier will be reevaluated in the coming weeks, raising concerns about her availability as the playoffs approach. The Lynx currently hold an impressive 24-5 record and have three critical games scheduled this week, including a highly anticipated rematch against the New York Liberty on Sunday.

The Liberty, who are also dealing with injury setbacks, will be without star player Breanna Stewart, who is out for weeks due to a bone bruise in her right knee. This matchup could have significant implications for playoff positioning, with the Lynx holding a 5.5 game lead over New York in the standings.

The emotional toll of Collier’s injury weighs heavily on her teammates and fans alike, as she has been a key player for the Lynx throughout the season. As the team prepares for a challenging week ahead, the focus now shifts to how they will adapt without their star player.

Stay tuned for updates as the situation develops and the Lynx work to overcome this significant setback.