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NaLyssa Smith had spent the season proving something to herself. She had found consistency, efficiency and a role that fit alongside A’ja Wilson in the Las Vegas frontcourt.

Las Vegas Aces News / EssentiallySports / September 2

'Absolute Godsend': WNBA Analyst Reveals How NaLyssa Smith’s Injury Forces Major Playoff Decisions for Becky Hammon

The Las Vegas Aces have spent much of the season looking like a championship threat yet again. But with the playoffs approaching, Hammon has now lost one of her most important frontcourt pieces, a development that one analyst believes could significantly impact the team.

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Las Vegas Aces News / Dice City Sports / August 29

Aces sign Kalani Brown after Smith injury

Kalani Brown is officially back with the Las Vegas Aces organization. The Aces announced Saturday that they signed the 6-foot-7 center, adding another experienced frontcourt option after NaLyssa Smith was ruled out for the season.

Las Vegas Aces News / Dice City Sports / August 29

Wilson says Aces will keep playing for Smith

A’ja Wilson did not frame the Las Vegas Aces’ first game without NaLyssa Smith as an exercise in replacing her. She framed it as something collective. Image | Source: Dice City Sports Remember Me Lost your password?

Las Vegas Aces News / Dice City Sports / August 28

Aces begin life without NaLyssa Smith against Toronto

The Las Vegas Aces return home Friday night with a different frontcourt and a familiar opponent. Las Vegas hosts Toronto at 7 p.m. PT at Michelob ULTRA Arena, five days after beating the Tempo 88-78 in Vancouver.

Las Vegas Aces News / Women's Fastbreak on SI / August 28

NaLyssa Smith Injury Threatens Aces’ Chances of Repeating as WNBA Champions

The Las Vegas Aces may not look like the dominant force they were in previous seasons, but betting against Becky Hammon, A’ja Wilson, and Chelsea Gray is never wise.

Las Vegas Aces News / HerSportsNation / August 28

Las Vegas Aces take big injury hit before 2026 WNBA Playoffs approach

The Las Vegas Aces have secured a WNBA playoff seed for the eighth consecutive time. But with forward NaLyssa Smith injured, concerns over their championship chances have increased.

Las Vegas Aces News / Field Level Media / August 27

Aces starter NaLyssa Smith to miss remainder of season

The Las Vegas Aces announced on Thursday that forward NaLyssa Smith will miss the remainder of the 2026 season. Smith crumpled to the floor late in the third quarter of the Aces' game vs.

Las Vegas Aces News / Field Level Media / August 27

Aces dealt season-ending loss of NaLyssa Smith before facing Tempo

Ahead of the WNBA's FIBA World Cup break, the host Las Vegas Aces welcome in the struggling Toronto Tempo with a key starter sidelined. Las Vegas (26-13) announced on Thursday afternoon that NaLyssa Smith is out for the remainder of the season due to a left leg injury.

Las Vegas Aces News / EssentiallySports / August 27

'Awful': WNBA Media Voice Their Thoughts After Aces Make Season-Ending Announcement Around NaLyssa Smith

After clinching three WNBA championships in the last four seasons, the Las Vegas Aces are eyeing another. But their championship aspirations have taken a major hit.

Las Vegas Aces News / Dice City Sports / August 27

Smith out for season as Aces face frontcourt decision

NaLyssa Smith had found a role in Las Vegas that brought out the best version of her game. She was scoring efficiently, rebounding consistently and giving the Aces another physical frontcourt presence next to A’ja Wilson.

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Las Vegas Aces News / Athlon Sports / August 27

Aces Veteran Comments on Unfortunate NaLyssa Smith Situation

Las Vegas Aces forward Stephanie Talbot talked about the impact of NaLyssa Smith’s injury to the team. On Monday, Smith suffered a left knee injury in their road game against the Toronto Tempo after catching the ball on a fast break in the third quarter.

WNBA News / EssentiallySports / August 25

'WNBA Need to Investigate': WNBA Analyst Raises Tampering Concerns as DeWanna Bonner Emerges as Aces’ Potential Fix After NaLyssa Smith Injury

For the second year in a row, DeWanna Bonner is leaving a team, but not through the official draft window or as part of a trade between two seasons. This situation is highly reminiscent of last year, when the forward played just nine games for the Indiana Fever before getting waived and joining the Phoenix Mercury.

WNBA News / EssentiallySports / August 24

Paige Bueckers’ Historic Feat, NaLyssa Smith’s Injury Casts Shadow Over Road Win as Mystics Erase a 14-Point Deficit

Weekends in the WNBA tend to provide fans with the most entertainment, and Sunday was no different, as only a handful of games are left for each team and not every playoff berth is booked yet.

Las Vegas Aces News / Dice City Sports / August 24

NaLyssa Smith injury leaves Aces waiting after Toronto win

NaLyssa Smith’s injury turned an otherwise routine Las Vegas win into a waiting game. Image | Source: Dice City Sports Remember Me Lost your password? Don't have an account?

Las Vegas Aces News / Dice City Sports / August 23

Wilson leads Aces past Toronto as Smith injury looms

A’ja Wilson delivered another complete performance, Jackie Young helped close the door and the Las Vegas Aces finally reached the end of a brutal stretch with another road win.

WNBA News / Dice City Sports / August 8

Aces take birthday test against league-leading Lynx

A’ja Wilson and NaLyssa Smith share a birthday Saturday. The celebration comes with one of the toughest assignments on the schedule. The Las Vegas Aces visit the league-leading Minnesota Lynx with a chance to win their third straight game and take a 2-0 lead in the season series.

WNBA News / Total Pro Sports / August 2

Messy DiJonai Carrington-NaLyssa Smith Love Triangle Creates Mid-Game Tension After Wild Cheating Allegations

DiJonai Carrington played against both her ex and her rumored new partner on the same night. The Chicago Sky faced the Las Vegas Aces in a one-point game.

WNBA News / Athlon Sports / July 30

Final Injury Report for Liberty-Aces: Will NaLyssa Smith, Satou Sabally Play?

The Las Vegas Aces are at home Thursday night as they host the New York Liberty in an interconference showdown. Las Vegas enters Thursday’s game with a 19-8 record after defeating the Portland Fire at home Tuesday night.

Las Vegas Aces News / HerSportsNation / July 29

NaLyssa Smith’s Hospital Update Sparks Concern Amid Off-Court Drama

NaLyssa Smith was missing from the Las Vegas Aces’ active roster for Tuesday night’s game against the Portland Fire due to a checkup, but fans are wary of the timeline of such a circumstance.

Las Vegas Aces News / Athlon Sports / July 28

Las Vegas Aces Announces Unfortunate NaLyssa Smith Decision After Cheating Accusation

NaLyssa Smith of the Las Vegas Aces is still dealing with fallout from the allegations that Chicago Sky guard DiJonai Carrington levied her way during the WNBA's All-Star Weekend.

WNBA News / Indiana Fever on SI / October 26

NaLyssa Smith's Honest Fever Playoff Opponent Admission Turns Heads

Indiana Fever fans don't have to think too far back when recalling when NaLyssa Smith was supposed to be a key part of their franchise's turnaround after being bottom dwellers in the WNBA standings for most of the past decade.

Dallas Wings News / Dallas Hoops Journal / July 1, 2025

'You Can Feel an Energy': Dallas Wings Reshape Frontcourt and Identity After NaLyssa Smith Trade

The Dallas Wings are entering the second half of the WNBA season with renewed clarity and cohesion after trading forward NaLyssa Smith to the Las Vegas Aces in exchange for a 2027 first-round pick.

Dallas Wings News / Yardbarker / February 4, 2025

Most impactful offseason moves: Clark poised for big second act

Most impactful WNBA offseason moves: Caitlin Clark poised for big second act with Fever additions

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Veteran Aces guard joins the Fever

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WNBA News / The Athlete Lifestyle on SI / October 4, 2024

WNBA's DiJonai Carrington swoons over GF NaLyssa Smith's new hairstyle

Connecticut Sun guard DiJonai Carrington is having an incredible season. Carrington, who helped lead the Sun to the semifinals of the WNBA Playoffs and won the league's Most Improved Player award, has earned the label of one of the league's top perimeter defenders and she has consistently came through in the clutch.

Indiana Fever News / The Athlete Lifestyle on SI / September 26, 2024

NaLyssa Smith adorably celebrates DiJonai Carrington's WNBA MIP award

WNBA power couple NaLyssa Smith and DiJonai Carrington have captured the hearts of social media. After some speculation that Smith and Carrington got engaged