Minnesota Lynx Guard DiJonai Carrington Out for WNBA Playoffs with Foot Injury

DiJonai Carrington, a key guard for the Minnesota Lynx, will miss the remainder of the 2025 WNBA playoffs due to a significant mid-foot sprain sustained late in the first-round series against the Golden State Valkyries. Initially ruled out for Game 1 of the semifinals against the Phoenix Mercury, medical tests confirmed the severity of her injury, ending her postseason run. Carrington, known for her strong defense and efficient shooting, averaged 8.6 points per game with the Lynx, hitting career highs in field goal and three-point percentages after being acquired from the Dallas Wings at the trade deadline. Her absence leaves a notable gap in the Lynx's rotation, particularly off the bench where she provided both offensive bursts and defensive prowess. Minnesota may look to players like Courtney Williams, Natisha Hiedeman, and Maria Kliundikova to fill the void left by Carrington's injury. Carrington had also missed time late in the regular season due to a shoulder injury but had returned in time for the playoffs before this new setback.