Watched the video this morning. On the play in question, Caroline blocks a shot and grabs the ball in the air. She is “sandwiched” by 2 Italian players, who both have their hands up, but manages to hit Nika with an outlet pass, who then leads the break at the other end of the court. A whistle stops play, and after the stoppage, Caroline is no longer on the court.
It’s difficult to see on the game film exactly how Caroline was hit. It certainly didn’t look flagrant and obviously, no foul was called. Basically, it appeared to be incidental contact.
I’ve lost count. This is now the 5th or 6th time that Caroline has had to leave the game after being struck in the head. Certainly, she is being evaluated by competent medical professionals who know far more than any of us. But you have to wonder, given the number of incidents that Caroline has dealt with over 2 seasons, if it isn’t time to give serious consideration to whether or not she should continue playing basketball. Whatever the decision, Caroline’s long term health has to be the primary consideration.