Atlanta Dream Guard Jordin Canada Out Two Weeks With Knee Injury

Atlanta Dream starting point guard Jordin Canada suffered a right knee injury just 35 seconds into the team's preseason opener against the Washington Mystics, requiring assistance to leave the court and raising immediate concerns about a potential long-term absence. Subsequent imaging revealed that Canada avoided a worst-case scenario, as there is currently no news of an ACL tear, but she will be sidelined for at least two weeks and re-evaluated thereafter, missing the season opener and early games against the Mystics and Indiana Fever. Canada, a two-time WNBA champion and All-Defensive selection, was a key contributor last season, averaging 10.6 points, 5.8 assists, 3.5 rebounds, and 1.6 steals per game, and her presence is especially vital as the team's primary point guard. The Dream, who struggled offensively last season in part due to Canada's previous absences, face an early setback as they attempt to revamp their roster with new additions like Brittney Griner and Brionna Jones. While the timing is a blow to both the team and fans, the positive injury update offers hope for a relatively quick return following her scheduled re-evaluation. The Dream's season is set to begin on May 16 against the Mystics.