Overview
- The Las Vegas Aces listed NaLyssa Smith as inactive for their first game after the All‑Star break, leaving her off the active roster without an injury designation or public explanation.
- The omission came days after ex‑partner DiJonai Carrington posted allegations on social media that named other WNBA players, a claim that has not been independently verified.
- Smith publicly denied the accusations and her brother posted a photo of her receiving a hospital checkup, suggesting a health issue may explain her unavailability.
- Neither the Aces nor the WNBA have announced any investigation, suspension, or disciplinary action related to the allegations or Smith’s roster status.
- Smith has been a regular starter this season and her sudden absence creates short‑term on‑court questions for the Aces and longer‑term concerns about how teams and the league handle private allegations made publicly.