Alanna Smith - WNBA News, Rumors, & Updates

Cleared to play Saturday Smith (face) is in the Wings' starting lineup against Indiana on Saturday, Sara Jane Gamelli of BallisLife.com reports.

Impact Smith was diagnosed with a nasal fracture that she sustained during the Wings' preseason finale against the Aces this past Sunday. She has been cleared to play in Saturday's regular-season opener and will wear a mask while recovering from her injury.

22 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Saturday Smith (face) is probable for Saturday's game against the Fever.

Impact Smith was previously diagnosed with a nasal fracture, but she intends to play through it by wearing a mask. There's been no mention of any other restrictions. Smith was the co-Defensive Player of the Year in 2025 and finished the season with averages of 9.6 points, 5.1 rebounds, 2.9 assists, 1.9 blocks and 1.3 steals over 26.5 minutes per contest.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with nasal fracture Smith has been diagnosed with a nasal fracture and was unable to practice Wednesday, Grant Afseth of Dallas Hoops Journal reports.

Impact Her status for Saturday's season opener against the Fever has yet to be determined, but Smith will need a mask when she does suit up. Smith was the co-Defensive Player of the Year in 2025 and finished the season with averages of 9.6 points, 5.1 rebounds, 2.9 assists, 1.9 blocks and 1.3 steals over 26.5 minutes per contest.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Won't return Sunday Smith won't return to Sunday's preseason game against the Aces due to a facial injury, Grant Afseth of DallasHoopsJournal.com reports. She'll finish with 12 points (5-6 FG, 2-2 3Pt...

Impact Smith caught an elbow to the face in the third quarter and won't return to Sunday's preseason finale. Her next chance to play will come in Saturday's regular-season opener in Indiana. If Smith is forced to miss time, Maddy Siegrist, Jessica Shepard and Alysha Clark would be candidates to see increased playing time.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Cleared to play Sunday Smith (quadriceps) is available for Sunday's preseason game against the Aces.

Impact Smith was initially listed as questionable due to a left quad injury, but she has been cleared to play in Sunday's preseason finale. Smith inked a three-year max contract with the Wings in mid-April after spending the two prior seasons with the Lynx. She was the co-Defensive Player of the Year in 2025 and finished the regular season averaging 9.6 points, 5.1 rebounds, 2.9 assists, 1.9 blocks and 1.3 steals over 26.5 minutes per contest.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Sunday Smith (quadriceps) is questionable for Sunday's preseason game against the Aces.

Impact Smith is in jeopardy of missing the Wings' preseason finale due to a left quadriceps issue. If she is ultimately ruled out, Dallas could get an extended look at players like Amy Okonkwo and Dulcy Fankam Mendjiadeu.

MAY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Caitlin Clark scores 21 points, gives the Fever a brief scare in her 1st home game in 9 months

Caitlin Clark’s first home game in more than nine months was supposed to be a celebration

MAY 1 • Associated Press

Deadspin | Wings sign defensive standout Alanna Smith to reported 3-year contract Deadspin | Wings sign defensive standout Alanna Smith to reported 3-year contract

APRIL 12 • DEADSPIN.COM

"I can't believe this is my life": Wings superstar Paige Bueckers celebrates Alanna Smith signing while on vacation Dallas Wings superstar Paige Bueckers was in a very good mood on Saturday after Alanna Smith joined the team in free agency.

APRIL 12 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

"Pair her with Betts": WNBA fans react to Alanna Smith signing with Dallas Wings to form Paige Bueckers partnership The WNBA free agency continued to heat up on Saturday after Alanna Smith signed with the Dallas Wings.

APRIL 12 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Inks pact with Dallas Smith agreed to a three-year maximum contract with the Wings on Saturday, Alexa Philippou of ESPN.com reports.

Impact After earning co-Defensive Player of the Year honors in 2025, Smith will join Paige Bueckers, Arike Ogunbowale and Jessica Sheppard in Dallas. Smith has been named to the All-Defensive Second Team and All-Defensive First Team in back-to-back seasons. Over 42 regular-season appearances with the Lynx in 2025, she averaged 9.6 points, 5.1 rebounds, 2.9 assists, 1.9 blocks and 1.3 steals in 26.5 minutes per game.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

Skylar Diggins signs with the Chicago Sky; Satou Sabally joins the New York Liberty

Skylar Diggins is headed to Chicago while Satou Sabally is coming to New York as WNBA free agents can officially sign Saturday

APRIL 11 • Associated Press

"She's definitely going to Indiana Fever": WNBA fans in frenzy after Alanna Smith stirs the pot with latest comment on free agency Alanna Smith was one of the best players for the Minnesota Lynx last term, with the forward dominating the frontcourt alongside Napheesa Col...

APRIL 8 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Lynx place two on WNBA All-Defensive first team Minnesota Lynx forwards Alanna Smith and Napheesa Collier anchor the WNBA's 2025 All-Defensive first team announced on Wednesday.Joining the...

OCTOBER 8, 2025 • THESTATE.COM

Muted performance in loss Smith logged eight points (4-6 FG, 0-1 3Pt), eight rebounds, one assist, two blocks and one steal in 27 minutes during Sunday's 86-81 loss to the Mercury.

Impact Despite coming two points and two rebounds shy of a double-double in Game 4, Smith didn't make enough of an impact to help Minnesota avoid elimination. Her season comes to an end, sharing the co-Defensive Player of the Year award with Aces superstar A'ja Wilson and putting up strong numbers across the board once again. Smith played in a career-high 42 regular-season games while also averaging a career-high 1.9 blocks per game.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

DiJonai Carrington injury highlights rare Lynx weakness at worst possible time The Minnesota Lynx have a well-rounded roster, but even the best teams have weaknesses. For Minnesota, it’s a lack of size. In the frontcour...

SEPTEMBER 23, 2025 • HIGHPOSTHOOPS.COM

Minnesota takes 1-0 lead into game 2 against Phoenix

The Minnesota Lynx host the Phoenix Mercury in the WNBA playoffs semifinals with a 1-0 lead in the series

SEPTEMBER 22, 2025 • Associated Press

Minnesota reserve DiJonai Carrington's season is over after spraining left foot

DiJonai Carrington’s season is over after spraining her left foot in the first round of the playoffs, the team announced Saturday night

SEPTEMBER 21, 2025 • Associated Press

Top-seeded Lynx march into WNBA semis against surging Mercury in matchup of defensive-minded teams

The No. 1 seed Minnesota Lynx host the Phoenix Mercury in Game 1 of their WNBA semifinal series after recording the only sweep of the first round by beating the Golden State Valkyr...

SEPTEMBER 20, 2025 • Associated Press

WNBA semifinals set: Minnesota, Las Vegas, Phoenix, and Indiana reach second round

The WNBA semifinals are set and a new champion is guaranteed after all four remaining teams were challenged in the opening round

SEPTEMBER 20, 2025 • Associated Press

Alanna Smith lifted herself to defensive honor, Lynx to title contenders Cheryl Reeve recalled a playoff game in 2024 in which the 6-foot-4 Alanna Smith walked off the floor at halftime shouting, “Can I get some h...

SEPTEMBER 19, 2025 • TWINCITIES.COM

Aces coach Becky Hammon not happy about Lynx center Alanna Smith sharing WNBA's Defensive Player of the Year award with A'ja Wilson Said Hammon: “A white-tailed deer looks really good until an elk walks into the room.”

SEPTEMBER 19, 2025 • STARTRIBUNE.COM

Lynx F Smith, Aces C Wilson share WNBA Defensive Player of Year honors Minnesota Lynx forward Alanna Smith and Las Vegas Aces center A'ja Wilson were named WNBA Co-Defensive Players of the Year on Thursday.Both...

SEPTEMBER 19, 2025 • THESTATE.COM

Has there ever been a co-DPOY in WNBA history? A'ja Wilson splitting Defensive Player honor with Lynx's forward explored The WNBA announced Thursday that Las Vegas Aces star A'ja Wilson and Minnesota Lynx forward Alanna Smith are the 2025 co-Defensive Players o...

SEPTEMBER 18, 2025 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

A'ja Wilson and Alanna Smith share WNBA Defensive Player of the Year award - The Boston Globe Each player received 29 votes from the 72 media members who participated.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2025 • BOSTONGLOBE.COM

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