Washington Mystics rookie star guard Marissa Coleman will be out of action four to six weeks after suffering a high ankle sprain. Coleman reportedly suffered the injury while scrimmaging in a practice session last weekend, notes the Washington Post.
Despite technically playing as a reserve guard, Coleman had achieved the second highest scoring average so far in the early Mystics season. In part because of her efforts, the Washington Mystics have won all three games played thus far for the team's best start in franchise history.
Newly acquired guard Matee Ajavon is projected to see an increase in her playing time. In further response, the Mystics also reacquired forward Kristen Mann. The one key advantage that the Mystics have enjoyed this early WNBA run is in depth, essentially striking in attack waves. That philosophy may help minimize the impact of Coleman's injury.
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