{
  "id": 6423926,
  "title": "WNBA standout to miss remainder of World Cup with injury",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/09/wnba-standout-to-miss-remainder-of-world-cup-with-injury",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-09T12:51:50.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "SB Nation",
    "slug": "sb-nation",
    "url": "https://www.sbnation.com/womens-sports/1127677/fiba-world-cup-alanna-smith-womens-basketball-dallas-wings"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Alanna Smith is set to miss the remainder of the FIBA Women’s World Cup due to a lower leg injury sustained during Australia's game against Puerto Rico. The news was announced by the Australian national team on Wednesday, as Smith left the match with 10 points and 8 rebounds after just 12 minutes of play in the first half. The injury occurred late in the second quarter after a defensive collision. Smith was immediately substituted and will prioritize her rehabilitation. This setback leaves Australia in a precarious position, as they face Italy in a crucial match for qualifying for the quarterfinals. If they win, they could face Spain in the next round; a loss would end their World Cup journey. Australia's performance has been inconsistent, with victories over Puerto Rico and Turkey but a loss to Belgium. They have been coached by Sandy Brondello, who has led the team since the 2024 Paris Olympics. Smith's absence is a significant blow, not only for Australia but potentially for the Dallas Wings as well, who have already lost another player to injury.",
  "summary": "Alanna Smith is out for the rest of the FIBA World Cup, the Australian national team announced on Wednesday. Smith sustained a lower leg injury in the first half of Australia’s game against Puerto Rico and left the game with 10 points and 8 rebounds in just 12 minutes. The news comes ahead of Australia […]",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}