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Lynne Roberts aiming to make Sparks ‘the premier market’ in WNBA
At her introductory press conference Lynne Roberts discussed her basketball philosophy and why she took on the challenge of coaching the Sparks.
Sparks announce plans for ‘state-of-the-art’ practice facility
The Los Angeles Sparks announced on Thursday plans for a world-class practice facility.
Sparks announce Lynne Roberts as new head coach
The Sparks officially announced their next head coach on Tuesday in University of Utah head coach Lynne Roberts.
Sparks miss out on Paige Bueckers, fall to No. 2 pick in 2025 WNBA Draft
Despite having the best odds at the top pick and Paige Bueckers in the 2025 WNBA Draft, the Sparks ended up with the No. 2 pick
Rae Burrell opens up on Sparks career and the season that was
From being a lottery pick to getting cut and ultimately returning and earning a spot in the rotation, the road has been anything but smooth for Rae Burrell as a Los Angeles Spark.
Who should the Sparks protect for expansion draft?
With the WNBA expansion draft rules stating each team can protect six players, here are the ones the Sparks should ensure will remain in Los Angeles.
Rickea Jackson named to 2024 WNBA All-Rookie team
The Los Angeles Sparks didn’t win many games, but rookie Rickea Jackson had a tremendous season and was rewarded by being named to the All-Rookie team.
Sparks Dearica Hamby wins 2024 Kim Perrot Sportsmanship Award
Dearica Hamby is respected as a leader and role model within the Sparks locker room and the WNBA voters have acknowledged it, giving her the 2024 Kim Perrot Sportsmanship Award.
Sparks Dearica Hamby finishes second for WNBA Most Improved Player award
Many players took leaps this season, but none quite like Dearica Hamby of the Sparks, leading to her finishing runner-up for the WNBA Most Improved Player award.
Sparks, Curt Miller ‘mutually agree to part ways’ after franchise’s worst season
After two seasons as the Sparks head coach, Curt Miller has been relieved of his duties following the franchise’s worst season ever.
Player Grades: Sparks end-of-year review
With the 2024 season finished for the Los Angeles Sparks, here are the individual grades for each player on the roster.
WNBA award picks for MVP, Rookie of the Year, All-WNBA, more
Here is my 2024 WNBA Awards ballot and my thought process for who I selected and why.
Sparks end season with road win over Lynx
Behind big games from Dearica Hamby and Rickea Jackson, the Sparks ended their season with a win in Minnesota.
Sparks drop final home game of season against Mercury
A second-half collapse gave the Los Angeles Sparks their 32nd loss of the season against the Phoenix Mercury Tuesday night.
Storm survive Sparks second half surge to grab win
Despite a great second-half rally, the Sparks came up short in Seattle, dropping their 30th game of the season.
Paige Bueckers is the answer to the Los Angeles Sparks’ problems
The Sparks have laid out a season’s worth of evidence as to why getting the No. 1 pick and drafting Paige Bueckers is crucial to this rebuild.
WNBA, Aces file separate motions to dismiss Dearica Hamby lawsuit
In the latest on Dearica Hamby’s lawsuit, both the WNBA and the Las Vegas Aces filed motions to dismiss the lawsuit against them.
Storm stage big comeback to hand Sparks sixth-straight loss
Despite four players in double figures, the Sparks dropped their sixth game in a row, falling to the Seattle Storm.
Marina Mabrey dominates as Sparks drop fifth straight game
The Sparks couldn’t outlast the Sun on Tuesday as Marina Mabrey’s huge night was enough for a Connecticut win.
Sparks clinch No. 1 spot in 2025 WNBA Draft lottery with loss to Sun
The Sparks followed a familiar formula of staying close before fading late in their loss to the Sun, securing them the No. 1 spot in the 2025 WNBA Draft lottery.
Sky dominate Sparks behind Angel Reese, Chennedy Carter
The Sparks couldn’t overcome the second-half dominance of the Chicago Sky and Angel Reese on Friday.
Curt Miller says the WNBA is ‘fortunate’ to have Caitlin Clark, compares her to Sue Bird, Becky Hammon
Sparks head coach Curt Miller had plenty of praise for Caitlin Clark after the Fever’s recent win over Los Angeles, including comparing her to greats of the game in Sue Bird and Becky Hammon.
How the Sparks are learning from the Fever amidst their own rebuild
The Sparks are in the middle of a rebuild, but the Fever offer an example of how quickly things can turn around.
Fever outlast Sparks behind Caitlin Clark, Kelsey Mitchell
Despite keeping it close throughout, the Sparks ran out of steam as Caitlin Clark and Kelsey Mitchell powered the Fever to a victory.
The Sparks path to Paige Bueckers and the No. 1 pick in the 2025 WNBA Draft, explained
Sitting at the bottom of the WNBA standings, the Sparks are on the brink of obtaining the No. 1 pick in what looks to be another generational draft class, headlined by Paige Bueckers
Player Grades: Sparks finally win a game
The Sparks broke their losing streak but dropped a game immediately after against the Atlanta Dream last week. Let’s hand out some grades.
Big third quarter run sends Dream past Sparks
Despite a strong push in the fourth, the Sparks couldn’t overcome a slow start to the third quarter as they fell to the Dream.
Curt Miller is sick of the tanking talk surrounding Sparks
After the Sparks snapped their losing streak, head coach Curt Miller made it clear he has zero interest in tanking.
Rickea Jackson is a star in the making for Sparks
The Sparks haven’t won many games, but the blossoming of Rickea Jackson in August matters more to the future of this franchise.
Sparks pull off an impressive win against Liberty to snap losing streak
The Sparks finally grabbed a win after the Olympic break and did so in dramatic fashion, beating the league-leading Liberty.
Player Grades: Sparks finding new ways to lose
The Sparks continue to drop games, but rookie Rickea Jackson is coming into her own and giving fans something to be happy about.
Wings complete comeback to steal win over the Sparks
The losing streak goes to seven as the Sparks collapse with a loss to the Dallas Wings.