The Atlanta Dream just got bad injury news
Atlanta Dream center Brionna Jones will miss the rest of the WNBA season after sustaining a left leg injury against the Connecticut Sun on August 13, the team announced on Thursday. Jones missed the six games prior to the FIBA World Cup break, the latest setback in what’s been a very injury-riddled campaign. Jones suffered […]
The Atlanta Dream are facing a major setback as their center Brionna Jones will miss the remainder of the WNBA season due to a left leg injury sustained against the Connecticut Sun on August 13th. This comes on the heels of a season filled with injury woes for the team. Jones had previously missed six games prior to the FIBA World Cup break in January and underwent surgery.
She made her season debut on July 17th, but her playing time was limited as she was sidelined again by injury shortly after. Jones has only played in 9 games this season, averaging 8.2 points and 5.6 rebounds per game in 16.9 minutes. The team anticipates her full recovery. Jones' absence is a significant blow to the Dream, who had relied heavily on her contributions.
Last season, Jones played in all 44 games, averaging 12.8 points and 7.2 rebounds, earning her a fourth All-Star appearance. However, her inconsistent performance this year has been a concern. Fortunately, the Dream have Angel Reese stepping up in the frontcourt, who has had a stellar season, averaging 16.1 points, 12.4 rebounds, 2.8 assists, and 1.8 steals per game.
Naz Hillmon has also been a vital addition, while the recent signing of DeWanna Bonner and rookie center Madina Okot provide more depth to the team. Nonetheless, Jones' loss is a critical one, particularly with playoff action looming just a few weeks away.
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