WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Washington Mystics are facing a significant challenge just days before the start of the 2025 WNBA season, as rookie guard Georgia Amoore has suffered a right anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury during practice. The team announced the injury on April 30, 2025, revealing that the 5-foot-6 point guard sustained the injury during a practice session on April 29.
Amoore, who was selected as the sixth overall pick in the 2025 WNBA Draft, was expected to play a crucial role in the Mystics' rebuilding efforts this season. The Australian native's injury comes at a particularly unfortunate time, as she was set to make her professional debut in a preseason game against the Indiana Fever on May 2, 2025.
During a press conference held prior to her injury, Amoore expressed her excitement about joining the Mystics and her vision of being a "connector" on the court. "I pride myself in being a connector. So to be able to have superstars around me to connect them and be that glue piece, I'm so excited for that as well," she stated, highlighting her eagerness to contribute to the team alongside veterans like Kiki Iriafen and Sonia Citron.
The Mystics are currently in a rebuilding phase, having finished ninth in the league last season with a disappointing 14-26 record. They have high hopes for their trio of first-round draft picks, which includes Amoore, Citron, and Iriafen, who were selected third and fourth overall, respectively. Amoore's injury raises concerns about the team's ability to bounce back from last season's struggles.
According to the team's statement, Amoore and the Mystics will be examining treatment and rehabilitation options moving forward. While the specifics of the injury have not been disclosed, recovery from a torn ACL typically requires 6-12 months, which could mean that Amoore may miss her entire rookie season if the injury is indeed severe.
In her collegiate career, Amoore enjoyed significant success, playing five seasons at Virginia Tech and Kentucky. She was a standout player, averaging 19.6 points and 6.9 assists during her final season with the Wildcats, leading them to a 23-8 record and their first NCAA Tournament appearance since 2021-22. Her impressive statistics make her one of only three players in NCAA Division I history to record at least 2,300 points and 800 assists, joining the ranks of stars like Sabrina Ionescu and Caitlin Clark.
The Mystics' training camp began on April 27, 2025, and the team was looking forward to building chemistry among its new roster. However, this injury setback has cast a shadow over the camp's progress. With the regular season set to tip off on May 16, the pressure is on the team to adapt quickly to the loss of one of their key players.
As the team prepares for the upcoming season, they must navigate the uncertainty surrounding Amoore's recovery. If it is determined that she will not be able to return for the season, the Mystics may have to make difficult decisions regarding her contract. While they do not necessarily need the salary cap space, the organization must weigh the potential of her playing later in the season against the need for immediate contributions from other players.
This injury is not an isolated incident, as two other WNBA rookies, Nika Mühl and Jordan Horston, have also suffered ACL injuries during the offseason, leading to their placement on the suspended list for the 2025 season. The Mystics will be hoping for a more positive outcome for Amoore as they continue to build their roster.
With the start of the season fast approaching, the Mystics will need to rally together and find ways to fill the void left by Amoore's injury. The team has shown resilience in the past, and as they look to improve on last year's performance, they will need to harness that spirit to face the challenges ahead.
As this story develops, updates will be provided regarding Amoore's condition and the team's preparations for the upcoming season. The Mystics are scheduled to play their season opener against the Atlanta Dream on May 16, 2025, and fans will be eagerly watching to see how the team adapts to this new reality.
