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Atlanta Dream lose Brionna Jones to season-ending injury before playoffs

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 4:46 PM

Last updated Sep 17, 2026

Atlanta Dream lose Brionna Jones to season-ending injury before playoffs
Summary

The Atlanta Dream announced that forward Brionna Jones will miss the remainder of the 2026 WNBA season due to a left leg injury sustained on August 13 against the Connecticut Sun. Jones, a four-time All-Star, struggled with injuries throughout the year, including a torn meniscus earlier in the season. With Atlanta currently tied for the No. 4 seed in the Eastern Conference playoff race, her absence adds pressure to the roster. Angel Reese is expected to take on a larger role as the team moves into the final week of the regular season and prepares for postseason play.

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Status Watch
  • •Brionna Jones ruled out for remainder of the season
  • •Dream tied for No. 4 seed with Indiana Fever
  • •Team faces Connecticut Sun and Chicago Sky next
  • •Angel Reese to take on increased frontcourt responsibilities
  • •Jones struggled with injuries all season, returning in July
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  • 4:46 PMYahoo Sports — Atlanta Dream lose key player to season-ending injury before WNBA playoffs
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The Atlanta Dream will have to finish the rest of the WNBA season without one of their best players.

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