The LA Sparks faced a significant setback in their season opener when guard Rae Burrell sustained a knee injury while contesting a shot against Golden State Valkyries. After landing awkwardly, she was unable to put weight on her right leg and was carried off the court. Initially ruled out for only the first half, a subsequent update clarified she would not return for the game. Burrell was expected to play an essential role this season, as she had an encouraging previous year, but her injury history casts doubt on her immediate future.
In the first quarter of Friday's game against the Golden State Valkyries, Rae Burrell went down with a knee injury, unable to put any pressure on her leg.
After initially ruling Rae Burrell out for just the first half, the Sparks soon decided she would not return for the remainder of the game.
Burrell was primed for a big role this season, hoping to solidify her position and perhaps earn a spot in the starting lineup.
Losing a key rotation piece minutes into the season opener is less than ideal; fans are holding hope for a minor injury.
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