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Azzi Fudd to undergo knee surgery, ending rookie season with Dallas Wings

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 6:33 AM

Last updated Aug 20, 2026

Azzi Fudd to undergo knee surgery, ending rookie season with Dallas Wings

Summary

Dallas Wings guard Azzi Fudd will miss the remainder of the WNBA season due to a knee injury that requires surgery. The announcement came on August 20, 2026, marking a significant setback for the rookie, who was averaging 13.1 points per game and had recently established herself as a starter. Her absence raises concerns for the Wings' playoff aspirations, as they were positioned well for a postseason run. Fudd's history of knee injuries, including issues from her time at UConn, adds to the worry surrounding her recovery and future.

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Status Watch

•Azzi Fudd requires knee surgery and will miss the rest of the season.
•She was averaging 13.1 points per game during her rookie year.
•Fudd's injury raises concerns for the Wings' playoff prospects.
•This marks a continuation of her history with knee issues from UConn.
•Fans express sympathy and support for her recovery.

Latest Updates

6:33 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Hate to see it’ – WNBA fans show support for Azzi Fudd after devastating injury update

What they're saying

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Dallas Wings star Azzi Fudd has received bad news regarding her knee injury, and WNBA fans have a lot of sympathy for her. Azzi Fudd was the No.
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