Unfortunate Aliyah Boston news announced on Wednesday

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Unfortunate Aliyah Boston news announced on Wednesday

Originally posted on ChiCitySports | By Paolo Songco | Last updated Oct 29, 2026 12:54 AM ET

Aliyah Boston did not waste time addressing her issue. The Indiana Fever star underwent successful arthroscopic knee surgery on Oct. 14, exactly two weeks after her team’s season ended. However, and unfortunate news about her was announced on Wednesday.

Boston enjoyed another strong season. She averaged 16.1 points, 8.0 rebounds, 3.0 assists, 1.5 steals and 1.2 blocks in 40 regular-season games. The 6-foot-5 forward also shined in the playoffs, including in Game 3 of the first round against the Las Vegas Aces. She posted 19 points, 10 rebounds, three assists and two blocks; however, it wasn’t enough to avoid elimination. Indiana lost 94-83 and was eliminated by the defending champions for the second straight year.

She remains under contract until 2029 after signing a four-year, $6.3 million extension in April. Boston, Caitlin Clark and Kelsey Mitchell formed the Fever’s three-headed monster this season.

Indiana Fever: An Aliyah Boston development emerged on Wednesday

Boston will reportedly miss the 2027 Unrivaled season as she recovers from her knee surgery. The development came just over a year after she signed a multi-year deal with the women’s 3-on-3 basketball league.

“News: Fever center Aliyah Boston will miss the 2027 Unrivaled season as she recovers from a procedure to repair the lateral meniscus in her right knee,” Fever beat reporter Scott Agness wrote.

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The 24-year-old starred for Phantom FC last season, averaging 18.9 points and 9.7 rebounds per game. Recovery from arthroscopic knee surgeries usually take three to six months, and the Unrivaled league’s 2027 season will start in January. The good news is Boston will be ready for the start of the next WNBA campaign.

It was a busy season for Boston as the Fever reached the playoffs and she also suited up for Team USA. She helped the national team secure its fifth straight world championship at the FIBA Women’s World Cup in Berlin.

This article first appeared on ChiCitySports and was syndicated with permission.

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