# NaLyssa Smith season-ending injury

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/nalyssa-smith-season-ending-injury
> Updated: 2026-08-28T21:10:20.000Z. Sources: 12. Developments: 2.

Las Vegas Aces forward NaLyssa Smith has been ruled out for the remainder of the 2026 WNBA season following a non-contact left leg injury. The injury occurred during a game against the Toronto Tempo when Smith was forced to leave the court during a defensive play in the third quarter.

Smith, who led the league with a 63.8% field goal percentage, is expected to leave a significant void in the defending champions’ frontcourt. Her absence may increase the workload for reigning MVP A’ja Wilson. 

To address the roster change, the Aces have been granted a season-ending injury exemption to sign a free agent. The team is also looking to Cheyenne Parker-Tyus and defensive specialist Brianna Turner to fill the starting lineup. Coach Becky Hammon has emphasized a ‘next woman up’ mentality for the team.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-28: Las Vegas Aces forward NaLyssa Smith ruled out for remainder of season

Las Vegas Aces forward NaLyssa Smith is ruled out for the rest of the 2026 season due to injury, leaving Cheyenne Parker-Tyus and Brianna Turner as primary candidates to fill her starting role.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/las-vegas-aces-forward-nalyssa-smith-ruled-out-for-remainder-of-season

### 2026-08-26: Las Vegas Aces forward NaLyssa Smith ruled out for season

Las Vegas Aces forward NaLyssa Smith is out for the remainder of the WNBA season following a non-contact left leg injury sustained against the Toronto Tempo.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/las-vegas-aces-lose-nalyssa-smith-to-season-ending-injury

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