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Sabrina Ionescu injury update: Liberty star set for MRI after preseason scare before opener
TL;DR
Sabrina Ionescu of the New York Liberty suffered an ankle injury during a preseason game and is set for an MRI. The injury raises concerns for the team's upcoming season opener.
Key points
- Sabrina Ionescu injured her left ankle during a preseason game.
- The injury occurred late in the third quarter against the Connecticut Sun.
- Ionescu was able to walk off the court but with a noticeable limp.
- The New York Liberty have championship expectations this season.
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The New York Liberty entered Sundayâs preseason game feeling like a team ready to turn the page toward meaningful basketball. With opening night just days away, the focus was on rhythm, chemistry, and fine-tuning rotations. Instead, the conversation quickly shifted to something far more concerning. Late in the third quarter of New Yorkâs 79â67 preseason win over the Connecticut Sun, star guard Sabrina Ionescu went down after an awkward landing on a drive to the basket. The moment immediately quieted the building and put the Libertyâs early-season momentum on pause.
A concerning moment at the worst possible time
The play itself looked routine until it wasnât. Ionescu drove toward the rim and appeared to get tangled up midair before coming down hard on her left ankle. She stayed on the floor briefly, clearly in discomfort, before getting to her feet and signaling toward the bench. She was able to walk off under her own power, but with a noticeable limp. For a team with championship expectations, even a short absence from its floor general would be significant.
First-year head coach Chris DeMarco kept the initial update cautious but optimistic, noting that early signs were âpositiveâ while confirming Ionescu would undergo an MRI to determine the severity.
Q&A
What happened to Sabrina Ionescu during the preseason game?
Sabrina Ionescu injured her left ankle after an awkward landing while driving to the basket.
When will Sabrina Ionescu have her MRI?
The exact timing of Sabrina Ionescu's MRI has not been specified, but it is expected to occur soon after her injury.
How significant is Sabrina Ionescu's injury for the Liberty?
Even a short absence from Ionescu could significantly impact the New York Liberty, who have championship expectations this season.
What were the circumstances of Ionescu's injury in the game?
Ionescu went down in the third quarter after getting tangled midair, landing hard on her left ankle, and was seen limping off the court.
