Los Angeles Sparks Sign Guard Evina Westbrook to 7-Day Hardship Contract
July 31, 2023
The Los Angeles Sparks announced today the signing of Evina Westbrook to a 7-Day hardship contract.
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Sparks Sign Reshanda Gray
February 22, 2023
The Los Angeles Sparks announced today the signing of forward Reshanda Gray to a training camp contract.
4-time WNBA champion Maya Moore officially retires at 33
January 16, 2023
Maya Moore knew it was time to officially end her basketball career — four years after stepping away.
Los Angeles Sparks’ Nneka Ogwumike Wins 2021 Kim Perrot Sportsmanship Award
October 3, 2021
Los Angeles Sparks forward Nneka Ogwumike has been named the recipient of the 2021 Kim Perrot Sportsmanship Award, the WNBA announced today. This is the third straight Sportsmanship Award for Ogwumike, making her the only player to win the award in three consecutive years. The Kim Perrot Sportsmanship Award is presented each season to a player who exemplifies the ideals of sportsmanship on the court, including ethical behavior, fair play and integrity. The award is named for the late Kim Perrot, who helped guide the Houston Comets to their first two WNBA championships before passing away in August 1999 after a
Sparks Will Make Necessary Changes During Break
July 13, 2021
Before the All-Star & Olympic break, the Sparks lost 86-61 to Minnesota. Napheesa Collier from the Lynx could not be stopped as she tied her career-high with 27 points and cleared seven rebounds.
Seimone Augustus Joins Sparks Coaching Staff
May 27, 2021
After 15 years of playing in the WNBA, Seimone Augustus announced her retirement prior to the beginning of the 2021 WNBA season. She now is a member of the Sparks coaching staff.
Renee Montgomery Breaks Barriers as Owner of WNBA Franchise
March 11, 2021
Renee Montgomery recently became the first former WNBA player to become an executive and owner of a WNBA franchise. Montgomery now owns the Atlanta Dream along with Northland real estate firm chairman Larry Gottesdiener and Northland president and COO Suzanne Abair.
L.A. Sparks Bring the Thunder Against Minnesota Lynx
August 10, 2020
The Los Angeles Sparks earned their fourth win in the Wubble after defeating their long-time rivals the Minnesota Lynx 97-81. This is the first time the two teams met since forward Seimone Augustus was traded to the Sparks after her 14-season stint with the Lynx.
She continued to be a reliable contributor coming off the bench with 13 points.
Pro Basketball Players Share Their Lives in the Bubble
August 6, 2020
As NBA and WNBA competition commences, many players in both leagues have been giving fans an inside look at their lives in their respective Bubbles through YouTube videos.
Seimone Augustus Starts New Chapter with Sparks
May 14, 2020
After 14 years of being a key contributor for the Minnesota Lynx, four-time NBA champion Seimone Augustus signed a one-year contract with the Los Angeles Sparks.
Sparks Sign Four-Time WNBA Champion Seimone Augustus
February 23, 2020
The Los Angeles Sparks are excited to announce the signing of four-time WNBA champion Seimone Augustus, who comes to the Sparks after leading the Minnesota Lynx to titles in 2011, 2013, 2015 and 2017.
City of Angels: NBA Icon Kobe Bryant and Daughter Gianna Among Nine Victims in Fatal Helicopter Accident
January 29, 2020
The Los Angeles area, nation and world mourns the loss of NBA icon Kobe Bean Bryant, 41, and his basketball prodigy daughter Gianna Maria Onore, 13. They were two of nine people who passed away in a helicopter accident on Sunday.
Lynx Star Maya Moore Opts to Stay on Hiatus from WNBA in ’20
January 24, 2020
Minnesota Lynx star Maya Moore will sit out a second straight WNBA season to continue her push for criminal justice reform.
The Sparks Face the Playoffs After Win Against the Minnesota Lynx
September 10, 2019
The Los Angeles Sparks set up a thrilling second half to defeat the Minnesota Lynx 77-68. With the loss, the Lynx clinched the seventh seed in the WNBA Playoffs, set to battle against the Seattle Storm in Seattle.
Alexis Jones has a Career Night against Minnesota Lynx
August 22, 2019
Alexis Jones put her best foot forward when she battled her former team, the Minnesota Lynx. Her efforts carried the Sparks to an 81-71 victory, making a career high of 15 points in the matchup.