How Aliyah Boston had career year despite nagging injury: 'Count it all as joy'
Aliyah Boston battled injury for throughout the 2026 WNBA season. Though there’s uncertainty with recovery, she’s still "grateful" for a career year.
Aliyah Boston persevered through a leg injury throughout the 2026 WNBA season for the Indiana Fever. The center suffered a right lower-leg injury during the regular season and missed four games. Boston started the postseason as a questionable player and experienced a flare-up in the Fever's regular-season finale against the Minnesota Lynx.
Boston discussed her injury during exit interviews, stating she plans to speak with the medical team during the offseason. Despite facing uncertainty and anxiety, Boston maintained a "grateful" attitude. She played in 127 straight WNBA games before the injury and averaged 16.1 points and 1.5 blocks per game, both career highs. Boston led Indiana to a 28-16 record, commending her teammates for their work ethic and unity during difficult times.
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