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Aces sign Kalani Brown after NaLyssa Smith's season-ending injury

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 6:36 AM

Last updated Aug 30, 2026

Aces sign Kalani Brown after NaLyssa Smith's season-ending injury

Summary

The Las Vegas Aces have signed veteran center Kalani Brown following NaLyssa Smith's season-ending injury. Smith sustained a non-contact left leg injury during a game against the Toronto Tempo on August 23 and will miss the remainder of the season. Brown, previously with the Phoenix Mercury, is expected to strengthen the Aces’ lineup as they prepare for the playoffs. The Aces, led by A’ja Wilson, currently hold a record of 27-13 and will face the New York Liberty in the first round.

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Status Watch

•NaLyssa Smith suffered a season-ending leg injury on August 23.
•Kalani Brown was signed to bolster the Aces' frontcourt.
•Aces' record stands at 27-13 after a recent victory.
•A’ja Wilson is a leading MVP candidate this season.
•The Aces will face the New York Liberty in the playoffs.

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6:36 AMYahoo Sports — “Collecting Talent Like It’s a Cheat Code”: WNBA World Reacts as Aces Sign Mercury Star Following NaLyssa Smith’s Injury

What they're saying

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The Las Vegas Aces star NaLyssa Smith is unavailable for the remainder of the season due to injury. She suffered a non-contact left leg injury during the third quarter of a game against the Toronto Tempo on August 23.
— Yahoo Sports

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