The Los Angeles Sparks finished the 2022 season with a 13-23 record, causing them to miss the playoffs for two consecutive years. Many challenges arose for the squad during the season, including chemistry issues, problems in travel, and numerous injuries.
With injuries plaguing the Los Angeles Sparks’ roster, the Seattle Storm was able to nab a 106-69 victory. The Sparks only had eight players available to compete as five players were sidelined.
Chicago Sky star Candace Parker had a historic night in their 82-59 victory over the Los Angeles Sparks. In a span of three quarters, she earned her third career triple-double (10 points, 14 rebounds and 10 assists).
In the 2022 Draft, the Los Angeles Sparks selected Tennessee forward Rae Burrell, Kianna Smith of Louisville, UCONN center Olivia Nelson-Ododa, and Hawaii guard Amy Atwell. Head coach and general manager Derek Fisher was seeking out players who were positionless on defense and scorers on offense.