LAS VEGAS, Oct 4, 2025 – Indiana Fever star Kelsey Mitchell was rushed to the hospital last night after suffering severe cramping and a sudden onset of rhabdomyolysis during Game 5 of the WNBA semifinals against the Las Vegas Aces.
Eyewitnesses described a terrifying scene as Mitchell collapsed on the court, unable to move her legs for several minutes. Team trainers and medical staff rushed to stabilize her before she was transported to a nearby hospital.
Doctors confirmed that the condition, caused by extreme muscle breakdown, not only affected her legs but also threatened her kidney function, prompting emergency intravenous treatment. Sources close to the team say Mitchell’s situation is critical but stable, and she remains under close observation.
In a rare public statement from her hospital bed, Mitchell admitted:
“I honestly thought my season and maybe even my career could be over in those terrifying minutes. My legs just wouldn’t respond.”
The shocking incident has raised concerns across the league about player safety, conditioning, and the intensity of playoff schedules. Some analysts are already calling for an urgent review of WNBA training protocols to prevent such potentially life-threatening episodes in the future.
Insiders suggest that if Mitchell takes an extended recovery period, the Indiana Fever could face a major roster crisis ahead of the finals, sending shockwaves through fans and the league alike.
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