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Grading the Trade: Kelsey Plum goes to Phoenix
The Sparks decide to cash in and the Mercury take a swing, we examine the first major trade of the WNBA's 2026 deadline day
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Sparks trade Kelsey Plum to the Phoenix Mercury
The Sparks have agreed to trade All-Star guard Kelsey Plum to the Phoenix Mercury in exchange for Monique Akoa Makani and two draft picks.
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The Sparks' Kelsey Plum question isn't a good look for the team
Los Angeles might be setting up to trade Kelsey Plum ahead of (or even on) the August 2 WNBA trade deadline.
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Door just swung wide open for Mystics to complete roster with Kelsey Plum gamble
The Mystics could take advantage of the Sparks’ bad Kelsey Plum news.
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Sparks honor DeLisha Milton-Jones, then lose their sixth straight
The Sparks paid homage to DeLisha Milton-Jones by retiring her No. 8 jersey at halftime of a loss to the New York Liberty.
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Sparks drop fifth in a row after entering fourth quarter tied with Mercury
Phoenix scores the first two baskets in the fourth quarter and never trailed again in the two teams' final game before the All-Star break.
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Alissa Pili's WNBA comeback is just beginning
After a difficult offseason, the Utah grad is looking to stick with the Sparks
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What will the Sparks do next? The franchise is at a crossroads after firing its GM
The veteran-heavy Sparks are flirting with missing the playoffs for a sixth straight season and have big decisions to make ahead of the WNBA trade…
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Sparks fire general manager Raegan Pebley amid lackluster season
The Sparks ownership fired general manager Raegan Pebley amid a lackluster season that fell short of her promise to mold a WNBA title-contending…
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Dearica Hamby's relentless effort and loyalty helped her retain key role with Sparks
The 12-year veteran, who signed a three-year, $3.6-million contract last offseason, has given the team frontcourt depth this season.
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Nneka Ogwumike's double-double lifts shorthanded Sparks to victory over Sky
Nneka Ogwumike finishes with 25 points and 12 rebounds as the Sparks showcase their potential even without Kelsey Plum and Cameron Brink in a 102-87…
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Sparks end losing streak with win over Caitlin Clark and the Fever
Nneka Ogwumike scored 24 points for the Sparks in their victory over Indiana, ending a three-game losing streak.
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Listless Sparks are routed by Flau'jae Johnson and the Seattle Storm
The Sparks have no answer for Storm rookie Flau'jae Johnson, who scores 23 points in Seattle's victory.
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Kelsey Plum out at least 10 games with leg injury as Sparks suffer a blow
Kelsey Plum had just returned from a right ankle sprain and was second in the WNBA in scoring at 24.9 points per game.
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Madina Okot sparks Dream to fourth straight win over Tempo
Jun 22, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Toronto Tempo forward Isabelle Harrison (21) shoots against Atlanta Dream center Madina Okot (11) during the…
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Nneka Ogwumike's buzzer-beater lifts Sparks over Liberty in 30th anniversary game
Nneka Ogwumike hits a buzzer-beating three-point shot to lift the Sparks to a 98-97 win over the New York Liberty in the WNBA's 30th anniversary game.
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Olivia Miles carves up shorthanded Sparks defense, leads Lynx to a win
Minnesota's Olivia Miles scored a season-high 31 points and the Sparks had no answers Wednesday night without injured Kelsey Plum at Crypto.com Arena.
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Kelsey Plum held to nine points, Cameron Brink injured in Sparks' loss to Valkyries
Struggles on defense coupled with the Golden State Valkyries defense holding Kelsey Plum to just nine points add up to a 78-58 loss for the Sparks.
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Sparks face big decision as fan favorite Kate Martin nears developmental deal limit
After seven game appearances, strong Sparks reserve Kate Martin has just four games left before the team has to convert her to a regular roster spot.
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Sparks finally find their defense, roll past Portland to end three-game skid
The Sparks pick up a much-needed win, holding the expansion Portland Fire to 36% shooting in an 89-72 win that ends a three-game losing streak.