A'ja Wilson to miss Commissioner's Cup game with ankle injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 30, 2026, 4:41 PM
Last updated Jun 30, 2026
A'ja Wilson will not play for the Las Vegas Aces in the Commissioner's Cup championship against the New York Liberty due to a rolled ankle sustained in the fourth quarter of a recent game against the Chicago Sky. Aces' head coach Becky Hammon expressed confidence that Wilson's absence will be brief, stating she will need just a few days to recover. The decision prioritizes long-term health as the Aces pursue their fifth title in five years, and the game does not impact standings. Wilson's next opportunity to play could come in an upcoming match against the Sky on Friday.
- •Wilson rolled her right ankle during the Aces' recent win over the Sky.
- •She is ruled out of the Commissioner's Cup match on June 30, 2026.
- •Coach Hammon is optimistic about her quick return this week.
- •The Aces are prioritizing Wilson's long-term health over this game.
- 4:41 PMYahoo Sports — How long A'ja Wilson will be out for Aces with ankle injury
"It shouldn't keep Wilson out long-term, but her absence will hurt in the short-term.
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