Napheesa Smith Exits Aces Win With Leg Injury After Starting 37 Games

1 articles · Updated · Yahoo Sports · Aug 24

Napheesa Smith left Las Vegas' game against Toronto with a leg injury and did not return, casting a shadow over the Aces' win.
37 starts into the season, Smith has been a key interior piece for the defending champions, averaging 11 points and shooting 58% from the field.
27 points from A'ja Wilson helped secure the victory, but Smith's absence could strain a frontcourt that analysts said lacks depth behind Cheyenne Parker-Tyus and Brianna Turner.
Friday is the Aces' next game, and the team is awaiting an update on Smith as it closes the regular season against only sub-.500 opponents.