Connecticut Sun veteran forward Kennedy Burke out for the season
Kennedy Burke, who suffered a shoulder injury while playing for Turkey at the FIBA Women's World Cup, will miss the remainder of the regular season.
Connecticut Sun veteran forward Kennedy Burke will be unable to take her place in the team for the remaining four games of the regular season due to a shoulder injury she sustained while playing for Turkey at the FIBA Women's World Cup.
Injury Sustained at the World Cup
The Connecticut Sun team is saddened to be without an important player during the national team break. Kennedy Burke, who competed for Turkey at the FIBA Women's World Cup, will be away from the courts due to her shoulder injury.
Remaining Regular Season Games
It was officially announced by the club that the team will not be able to utilize the experienced forward in the last four games remaining until the end of the regular season.
Having Her Best Season of Her Career
The 2019 WNBA Draft 22nd overall pick, who is spending her first season with the team and signed a one-year contract, was putting up one of the most productive performances of her career during this period.
Experience and Contribution to the Team
Standing out with the consistency and experience she brought to the Connecticut Sun team, which has a young roster structure, Burke was playing over 23 minutes per game and displaying significant leadership for her team.
Season Statistics and the Future
Averaging 8.8 points, 3.2 rebounds, 1.4 assists, and 1.2 steals per game across 37 appearances, the successful player will become an unrestricted free agent at the end of the season.