Saniya Rivers Injury Update
Connecticut Sun Guard Saniya Rivers Sprains Ankle vs. Lynx, Leaves Court in Wheelchair
Connecticut Sun guard Saniya Rivers sprained her left ankle during Wednesday night's home game against the Minnesota Lynx, leaving the court in a wheelchair in the second quarter, according to Associated Press. The team announced she was out for the rest of the game.
The injury adds to a growing list of absences for Connecticut. The Sun also played without star center Brittney Griner and forward Aneesah Morrow, both sidelined due to their own injuries, per Newsday.
Rivers Exits on Wheelchair in Second Quarter
Rivers went down in the second quarter in Uncasville, Connecticut. She could not walk off the court on her own. Team staff brought out a wheelchair to take her off the floor, Lufkin Daily News reported. The Sun quickly ruled her out for the remainder of the game.
Rivers is a guard who has played a key role for Connecticut this season. Losing her mid-game, especially in the second quarter, left the Sun short-handed against Minnesota. No immediate word was given on the severity of the sprain or a timeline for her return.
Sun Already Down Griner and Morrow Before Tip-Off
Connecticut entered the game already missing two major pieces. Brittney Griner, the Sun's star center, sat out due to injury. So did forward Aneesah Morrow. That means Connecticut played the Lynx without three rotation players, per The Star.
Losing Griner alone is a major blow. She is one of the most dominant post players in the WNBA. Playing without her, Morrow, and then Rivers put enormous pressure on the rest of the Connecticut roster to hold things together against Minnesota.
Injury Troubles Pile Up for Connecticut Sun
The Sun's injury situation is becoming a serious concern. Three players out in a single game is a tough spot for any team. Connecticut was already navigating a challenging stretch, and Wednesday's game made things harder, according to Winnipeg Free Press.
There is no update yet on how long Rivers will miss. Ankle sprains can range from a few days to several weeks depending on the grade of the injury. The Sun have not given any timetable for her return, per Gazette Extra.
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