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Jonquel Jones Undergoes Right Ankle Surgery as Liberty Enter Pivotal Offseason

Reports point to a minor fix for ankle instability, setting up a recovery start before free agency.

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NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 17: Jonquel Jones #35 of the New York Liberty greets her teammates before Game Two of the first round of the WNBA playoffs at Barclays Center on September 17, 2025 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)
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Aug 10, 2025; Brooklyn, New York, USA; New York Liberty center Jonquel Jones (35) rebounds the ball during the second half against the Minnesota Lynx at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Jones announced the procedure on Instagram, writing “Surgery done” and “Officially Day 1 of recovery,” with outlets confirming it was on her right ankle.
  • Reporting from The IX described a minor surgery to correct right ankle instability, and coverage indicates she still intends to play for Fenerbahçe this winter.
  • The 2024 Finals MVP sprained the same ankle twice in 2025, missed 13 games, and finished the regular season averaging 13.6 points, 8.1 rebounds, 2.2 assists and 1.1 blocks.
  • She enters the offseason as an unrestricted free agent alongside Breanna Stewart and Sabrina Ionescu, and GM Jonathan Kolb has expressed confidence the trio want to return.
  • New York’s transition includes an ongoing coaching search after Sandy Brondello’s firing, and outlets note free agency dates remain uncertain due to CBA negotiations.