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NaLyssa Smith Out for Season With Left-Leg Injury

8/28/2026

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Summary

Story summary

NaLyssa Smith is out for the season after a left-leg injury in the 88-78 win over Toronto.
She averaged 11.7 points, 6.4 rebounds and led the league with a 63.8% field-goal percentage.
The Aces were 26-13, third in the West, and now rely on A'ja Wilson’s 26-point average.
Coach Becky Hammon expects Cheyenne Parker-Tyus, Brianna Turner and Justine Pissott to assume larger roles.

History

Historical Context

In 1997 the WNBA launched with eight franchises and the Houston Comets captured the first championship, led by Cynthia Cooper who earned Finals MVP in each of the league’s first four titles (1997-2000). The league’s early focus on marquee stars set a template that today’s Las Vegas Aces follow, relying on A'ja Wilson’s scoring firepower as they chase another title.

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Story summary

NaLyssa Smith is out for the season after a left-leg injury in the 88-78 win over Toronto.
She averaged 11.7 points, 6.4 rebounds and led the league with a 63.8% field-goal percentage.
The Aces were 26-13, third in the West, and now rely on A'ja Wilson’s 26-point average.
Coach Becky Hammon expects Cheyenne Parker-Tyus, Brianna Turner and Justine Pissott to assume larger roles.

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