Sparks Add Rebounders, Scorers in WNBA Draft
April 17, 2024
In the 2024 WNBA Draft, the Los Angeles Sparks selected Stanford forward Cameron Brink, Tennessee forward Rickea Jackson and Southern Cal forward McKenzie Forbes.
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WNBA
Michael Cooper elected to Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame
April 8, 2024
Cal State LA assistant men’s basketball coach Michael Cooper, a five-time National Basketball Association champion during a legendary career with the Los Angeles Lakers, has been elected to the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.
Above the Rim: Lisa Leslie’s Evolution From Athlete to Advocate
February 10, 2024
Despite consistently delivering top-tier performances and contributing to the growth of basketball, the achievements of women often are overshadowed by the spotlight on men’s basketball in the NBA.
WNBA Expansion Team Awarded to Golden State Warriors To Begin Play In 2025
October 6, 2023
The seven-time NBA Champion Golden State Warriors have been awarded a WNBA expansion team, it was announced Thursday by WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert. The team will begin play in the 2025 season, making it the first new franchise to join the league since 2008.
Sparks Celebrate Turbulent 2023 Season
September 28, 2023
Although they did not reach the Playoffs, the Los Angeles Sparks franchise considers this season to be successful as they continue their journey under new management.
Sparks Lose to High-Scoring Liberty 87-79
August 1, 2023
The Los Angeles Sparks fell to the New York Liberty 87-79. New York sank 15 three-point shots, 10 more than the Sparks, and led by as much as 27 points in the matchup. Their effort on the offensive end held Los Angeles to 25 rebounds while they made 42.
Mattel Hosts Youth Clinic With L.A. Sparks, Chargers
July 27, 2023
The Los Angeles Sparks and Chargers collaborated with Mattel and Girls Inc. to host a Play It Forward Youth clinic. Sparks guards Jordin Canada and Zia Cooke along with Jr. Sparks coach San Dixon took the youth of Girls Inc. through unique dribbling and running drills.
Sparks Make Playoff Push After All-Star Break
July 22, 2023
As the WNBA returned from the All-Star Break, the Los Angeles Sparks plan to hunt for a Playoff spot. The return of key players from injury can help with the Sparks’ postseason hopes.
Team Stewart Defeats Team Wilson in the 2023 WNBA All-Star Game
July 16, 2023
Guard Jewell Loyd broke two scoring records to help Team Stewart defeat Team Wilson during the 2023 All-Star Game. Loyd scored 31 points and made 10 three-point shots, breaking both the record for most points and most three-pointers made in an All-Star Game.
Brittney Griner, Mercury teammates confronted at airport by ‘provocateur,’ WNBA says
June 10, 2023
Brittney Griner and her Phoenix Mercury teammates were confronted by a “provocateur” at a Dallas airport on Saturday. The WNBA said in a statement it was looking into the team’s run-in with a “social media figure” whose “actions were inappropriate and unfortunate.”
Ogwumike, Hamby, Make Dynamic Duo in Win Over Sky
June 10, 2023
A strong effort from the Los Angeles Sparks’ front court gave them a 77-62 victory over the Chicago Sky. Three Sparks players scored in the double digits with forward Nneka Ogwumike making 19 points and 14 rebounds.
Los Angeles Sparks Re-Sign Karlie Samuelson
June 6, 2023
The Los Angeles Sparks announced today the re-signing of Karlie Samuelson to a rest of season contract.
Becky Hammon, Aces, Punished for Comments Toward Dearica Hamby
May 25, 2023
The WNBA recently disciplined the Las Vegas Aces and their head coach Becky Hammon regarding a complaint by Sparks forward Dearica Hamby in January.
Los Angeles Sparks Waive Crystal Bradford and Reshanda Gray
May 14, 2023
Bradford’s most recent WNBA season was in 2021 with the Atlanta Dream, where she started in seven of 22 games played. In 18.3 minutes per game, she averaged 8.8 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 1.2 steals per game.
Brittney Griner plays in first WNBA preseason game since detainment in Russia
May 13, 2023
Brittney Griner strolled down the sideline about 1 1/2 hours before the Phoenix Mercury played Friday night, giving hugs and high-fiving her teammates, coaches and opposing players.