Sad News: Washington Mystics’ Elena Delle Donne Suffers Serious Injury, Missing 2025 WNBA Season
The WNBA has received devastating news ahead of the 2025 season. Elena Delle Donne, one of the league’s most prominent stars and captain of the Washington Mystics, has suffered a serious injury that has forced her to withdraw from the upcoming season. The injury, which occurred hours before a key team practice, has left fans and the basketball community in shock.
Delle Donne, one of the most dominant players in recent WNBA history, had been in excellent form over the past few seasons. Her leadership on and off the court has been instrumental in the Mystics’ success, leading them to the WNBA Championship in 2019. However, this setback casts doubt on her participation in a season that promised to be crucial for both her and her team.
The injury occurred while Delle Donne was working on her rehabilitation following a series of previous physical issues, making this news even sadder for the player, her teammates, and Mystics fans. The 34-year-old had battled back pain and knee injuries in recent years but had always shown resilience and determination to remain at the highest level of the game. However, this new injury appears to be serious enough to jeopardize her participation in the 2025 season.
The news has left a significant void for the Washington Mystics, who were already preparing for a competitive season. Delle Donne’s absence represents a considerable blow to the team, which will now have to adapt and look to other players for leadership, such as star point guard Natasha Cloud and promising youngster Shakira Austin. The Mystics will have to make adjustments to their strategy to fill the void left by their captain, a player known not only for her scoring ability, but also for her game intelligence and ability to inspire her team.
The Washington Mystics organization has expressed its full support for Delle Donne during this difficult time. “Elena has been the heart of our team for many years, and we are by her side during this time. We know her recovery will be her top priority, and we will support her every step of the way,” said team general manager Greg Bibb.
Although the news has left many heartbroken, fans of Delle Donne and the WNBA in general are hopeful that her recovery will be successful and that she will return to the court stronger than ever. The star’s future is on hold for now, but her legacy in the WNBA is already secure, regardless of when she returns to play.
