Summary
Minnesota Lynx player Napheesa Collier watched her team lose in the postseason due to an ankle injury. It was later revealed she sustained a serious ankle injury, which may affect her future play in the Unrivaled League she co-founded. Collier has criticized the WNBA for not valuing player safety.
Key Facts
- Napheesa Collier missed a crucial playoff game for the Minnesota Lynx due to an ankle injury.
- The Lynx lost the playoff game 86-81 to the Phoenix Mercury.
- Collier scored an average of 22.9 points, 7.3 rebounds, and 3.2 assists per game this season.
- She suffered a Grade 2 tear of three ligaments in her ankle and a muscle in her shin.
- Collier's injury happened when she collided with a player from the opposing team.
- Her injury might impact her participation in the Unrivaled League, set to return in January.
- Collier has openly criticized the WNBA Commissioner over issues of player safety.
