Ezi Magbegor diagnosed with ruptured right ACL after World Cup

The diagnosis follows a tournament marked by injury setbacks.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Sep 101 min read

Devastating news off the back of the Opals’ FIBA World Cup campaign, with Ezi Magbegor set to miss time after scans conf Via @WNBL on X

What happened: Scans confirmed the rupture after the Opals’ FIBA World Cup campaign. Magbegor is set to miss time.

Why it matters: The injury adds to Australia’s difficult tournament run and removes Ezi Magbegor from near-term play. It also complicates her WNBA availability during the 2026 regular season.

What to watch: Further updates on Magbegor’s recovery and playing availability will follow.

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