What happened: Sami Whitcomb will sit out the upcoming WNBL27 campaign.
Why it matters: WNBL27 opens Oct. 15, leaving fewer than seven weeks before tipoff. The decision follows Whitcomb’s World Cup withdrawal before the Sept. 4 opener.
By the numbers: Whitcomb made 14 WNBA appearances in 2026, averaging 4.9 points, 2.1 assists and 1.8 rebounds.
What to watch: Attention turns to any corresponding roster move before the Oct. 15 season opener.