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Sparks Unrivaled Check-In: Dearica Hamby, Rickea Jackson dominate
In the second week of Unrivaled action, Sparks stars Dearica Hamby and Rickea Jackson had some stellar performances.
Experts give positive grades to Sparks for Kelsey Plum trade
By landing a star guard in Kelsey Plum, the Sparks have begun to establish their identity for the upcoming season and experts around the league have liked the move.
Sparks land Kelsey Plum in blockbuster trade with Aces, Storm
The Los Angeles Sparks pulled off a blockbuster deal on Sunday, trading for All-Star guard Kelsey Plum as part of a three-team deal that included Jewell Lloyd as well.
Report: Kelsey Plum wants to remain with Sparks beyond 2025
After being traded to the Sparks, Kelsey Plum reportedly views Los Angeles as a long-term home and wants to remain with the franchise long-term.
How are Sparks players doing in Unrivaled?
While the WNBA offseason is still happening, a handful of Sparks players are playing with Unrivaled and doing well.
Everything you need to know for the Sparks ahead of WNBA free agency
With free agency set to kick off, here is a breakdown of where the Sparks stand in terms of cap space, open roster spots and the upcoming important dates.
Cameron Brink gives update on rehab for torn ACL
After a torn ACL ended Cameron Brink’s rookie season, the Sparks star gives a positive update on her rehab.
Cameron Brink joins Unrivaled, won’t play until 2026 season
Sparks star Cameron Brink will join newly-formed Unrivaled in 2026 as a player for the Lunar Owls.
Sparks lose Stephanie Talbot to Valkyries in WNBA expansion draft
In Friday’s expansion draft for the Golden State Valkyries, the Sparks saw forward Stephanie Talbot selected.
Could Paige Bueckers force her way to the Sparks?
Things may not have gone the way of the Sparks at the 2024 WNBA Draft lottery, but could Paige Bueckers still find her way to Los Angeles?
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.