The Los Angeles Sparks announced that Kelsey Plum will miss at least four weeks with a lower left leg injury. While the team has not disclosed the exact diagnosis, Pro Football Doc Dr. David Chao believes the extensive wrap on Plum's left leg is consistent with a left lateral distal hamstring strain.
Plum's left leg was heavily wrapped during Sunday's game against the Toronto Tempo, raising concerns about her availability moving forward. The injury is separate from the right ankle issue that sidelined her earlier this season.
The Sparks said Plum will be reevaluated in four weeks. She enters the absence averaging 23.9 points and 6.4 assists per game, ranking among the WNBA leaders in both categories and serving as the focal point of Los Angeles' offense.
Key Facts
Injury: Lower left leg injury
Status: Out at least four weeks
Previous Injury: Right ankle injury in May (missed 3 games)
Impact on the Sparks
Plum has been one of the WNBA's top players this season, ranking second in scoring and sixth in assists.
She is averaging 23.9 points and 6.4 assists per game while serving as the focal point of the Sparks' offense.
Bottom Line
The Sparks will be without one of their most important players for at least the next month. Plum's reevaluation is scheduled for four weeks from now, and her absence leaves Los Angeles without one of the WNBA's leading scorers and playmakers.
