Who is Aziah James and why is she playing for the Phantom?

Aziaha James is a development pool player making her Unrivaled debut for the Phantom as a relief player due to team injuries.

What injuries are affecting the Phantom team?

The Phantom are dealing with injuries to Satou Sabally (concussion), Dana Evans (lower extremity), and Tiffany Hayes (questionable, lower extremity).

Who will the Phantom play next in Unrivaled?

The Phantom are set to face the Mist, who currently have a 2-0 season record.

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Aziaha James Joins Phantom Amidst Injury Crisis

13 Jan

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Summary

Aziaha James joins the Phantom as a relief player due to multiple injuries.
Key Phantom players like Sabally and Evans are sidelined with injuries.
The Phantom face the undefeated Mist in their next game.

Aziaha James Joins Phantom Amidst Injury Crisis

Aziaha James is set to play in her first Unrivaled game for the Phantom on Monday night. The team is currently facing a significant injury crisis, with Satou Sabally out due to a concussion and Dana Evans sidelined with a lower extremity injury. Tiffany Hayes is also listed as questionable with a similar injury, forcing the Phantom to call upon James as a relief player.

James is one of seven Unrivaled players participating in the league's development program, not currently on an official roster. She was originally selected 12th overall by the Dallas Wings in the 2025 draft and had a promising rookie season. The Phantom, coached by Roneeka Hodges, currently hold a 1-1 record on the season.

The Phantom will next face the Mist, who are undefeated with a 2-0 record. The Mist's roster features prominent players such as Breanna Stewart, Arike Ogunbowale, and Alanna Smith. This upcoming game is scheduled to take place after the season began last week in Medley, Florida.