Phoenix Mercury vs. Los Angeles Sparks - June 29, 2024

LAS

78

FinalJun 28

92

PHX

Recap

Stats

Plays

Social

Odds

Standings

Scoring Summary

Teams

Sparks logo, Sparks 4-14, 1ST 26, 2ND 19, 3RD 17, 4TH 16, TOT 78

Sparks(4-14)

Mercury logo, Mercury 9-8, 1ST 23, 2ND 21, 3RD 28, 4TH 20, TOT 92

Mercury(9-8)

1ST

2ND

3RD

4TH

TOT

26

19

17

16

78

23

21

28

20

92

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WNBA Star's Bron Reaction 😯Philly native Kahleah Copper was at All-Star podium when news dropped 📲

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Angel Reese's Barbie Doll 💕Dream star shares first look. See it here 📲

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Updated Power Rankings 📊Where every team stands at the All-Star break ➡️

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Plum Out Of All-Star GameSparks star (lower leg) expects to return to action next week

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WNBA Meeting on Player SafetyLeague releases statement on recent increase in racist, hateful and abusive messaging towards players

02:00

Alyssa Thomas Double-Double on Sparks 👊

Mercury star was sensational in win over rivals

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WNBA 3-Pt Contest Set 🎯Mabrey, Fudd headline field. All 6 participants here 📲

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3 Stars Declined 3-Pt Contest ❌Caitlin, Sabrina and Kayla McBride decided not to participate (ESPN)

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Paige Won't Play TonightWings star out vs. Liberty after collision during Sunday's game

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DeWanna Bonner delivers rare Mercury bright spot with career milestoneDeWanna Bonner added another milestone to her long list of accomplishments.

02:00

DeWanna Bonner Cooks Sun 🔥

Mercury vet scores season-high 21 points to lead team to 72-63 win

01:59

Paige Drops 25 On Sparks 😮‍💨

Wings star needed all of them in win over LA

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Sun-Mercury Highlights

07/17/2026

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Sparks-Sky Highlights

07/17/2026

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🚨 Caitlin Clark Drops 45 & 10

First-ever 40 and 10 game in WNBA history while also breaking a franchise scoring record

Ogwumike Sets Sparks Record ⚡

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No. 1. 💜💛 Nneka Ogwumike has passed Lisa Leslie to become the @LASparks' all-time leading scorer with 6,265 career points. Since being selected No. 1 overall in the 2012 WNBA Draft, Ogwumike has helped lead the Sparks to a WNBA championship, earned league MVP honors, and

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WNBA All-Star Rosters 📝🐺 Bueckers x Stewie 🤝 A'ja links with Caitlin Clark 📲 Full teams after draft

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Phoenix's 2000s Mt. Rushmore 🤩See which Mercury players were among Phoenix's top athletes of the century ➡️

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Sparks’ struggles make Rae Burrell’s breakout season all the more importantIt hasn't been a great season for the Sparks as a whole, but Rae Burrell is putting up the best numbers of her career.

01:56

Miles' Career-High 33 Pts😮‍💨

'The Spectacle' combines with Kayla McBride to drop 70 in win over Mercury 🎥

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The Sparks' woes started at least two WNBA seasons agoThe Los Angeles Sparks fired GM Raegan Pebley last week, but the problems with the team go back several years.

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LA Sparks Part Ways with GMZach Knowlton, Nate Nielsen to serve as interim in place of Raegan Pebley

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Season-defining Mercury decision looms as struggles continue The Phoenix Mercury must make a critical decision as their season goes from bad to worse.

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Aces' Historic Win 🎰2nd largest point differential in WNBA history

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Wings-Tempo Sets Record 🎟️Duel between Paige and Marina Mabrey is most attended regular season game in WNBA history 📸

01:57

Kelsey Mitchell Outduels Alyssa Thomas 🤫

Fever star drops 29 in primetime matchup

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Reeve Becomes Winningest HC 🙌Lynx coach breaks record for most wins in WNBA history 📸

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Fever-Sparks Final Box ScoreTap for stats, highlights from LA and Indiana 📲

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Clark Returns Tonight 👀Caitlin (back) to play vs. Sparks, but will sit Thursday vs. Mercury 🎥

01:26

Biggest WNBA All-Star Snubs 😬

Top names that missed out on the roster 🎥

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Desperate Sparks, Mercury have tough Chennedy Carter decision to make after Aces exitThe Aces waived Chennedy Carter, giving struggling teams an opportunity to pick u a high-level scorer if they’re willing to take the risk.

01:58

Sky-Mercury Highlights

07/07/2026

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WNBA All-Star Reserves 💫Angel Reese, Kelsey Plum headline list. Full roster here 📲

01:56

Storm Blow Out Sparks 😮‍💨

Flau'jae drops 23 points as LA loses 3rd game in a row

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The Sparks made the only Kate Martin decision they could haveThe Los Angeles Sparks signed Kate Martin to a contract for the rest of the 2026 WNBA season, the appropriate plan for a player who brings a lot to the team.

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Sparks must take advantage of strange Betnijah Laney-Hamilton situation in New YorkBetnijah Laney-Hamilton wasn’t in Chris DeMarco’s rotation in the last two games. If he’s not lpaying her, the Sparks should inquire about a trade.

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ESPN Legend Defends Caitlin ClarkLinda Cohn rips 'stupidity' of WNBA players' All-Star voting 🎥

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Clark Makes 5-Min Statement🎙️Caitlin addresses media for first time since Alyssa Thomas incident. Watch here 📲

01:59

Storm-Mercury Highlights

07/02/2026

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WNBA All-Star Starters ⭐A'ja and rookie sensation Olivia Miles headline player poll. Full list here 📲

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5 Trade Deadline Ideas 💡Swaps involving Kelsey, Arike, more that could improve playoff contenders ➡️

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Alyssa Thomas Calls Out WNBAMercury star says league 'remains silent' after receiving death threats over Clark altercation

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One Sparks player is built to step up in Kelsey Plum's absence The Los Angeles Sparks are in a tough spot right now, but, luckily, they have one guard who can step up.

01:59

Copper Goes Off on Tempo 😈

Mercury star drops 27 as Toronto falls 89-80 without Marina Mabrey

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Kelsey Mitchell Dominates Sparks 🧨

Fever star drops 26 in Caitlin Clark's absence

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Citron COLD-BLOODED in 4OT Win 🥶Mystics star didn't flinch in historical victory over Fire 📲

01:19

HISTORIC 4OT WNBA GAME 🎞️

Most combined points EVER in 2nd quadruple-OT game in WNBA history

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Lynne Roberts’ Sparks future may depend on ability to make bold prediction realityThe Sparks still struggle defensively, but Lynne Roberts is determined to fix it.

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Underrated offseason addition is finally answering glaring Mercury needThe Phoenix Mercury have finally gotten some wins and great production from Valeriane Ayayi.

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Sophie on Viral Point Meme 🤣Fever guard couldn't help herself 🎥

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Mercury HC on AT's SuspensionNate Tibbetts doesn't think WNBA conducted a 'thorough investigation'

01:42

Cardoso Drops 30 on 13/13 FG 🤯

Sky center sets new WNBA record for most FGM without a miss

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WNBA Icons Advocate for ClarkCandace, Delle Donne and Cheryl Reeve want better protection for players

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Fever HC on Thomas SuspensionStephanie White appreciates league for postgame review of Flagrant 2 foul

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🚨 WNBA Suspends Alyssa ThomasMercury star punished one game for making contact with 'fist to the throat area' of Caitlin Clark

01:17

🚨 Marina Mabrey Scores 53 🤯

Tied for most points EVER in a WNBA game while also tying 3PM record

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2026 ESPYS Awards Nominees 🏆Full list of stars in the running for prestigious accolades 📲

Vid of Clark Hit on Ground 😬

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Mercury Troll Fever, ClarkPhoenix appears to be sending a message 📲

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Copper, Thomas TORCH Fever 🧯

Mercury duo combine for 52 in Indy

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Brink Shares Pic of Injury 😳Sparks star posts gruesome ankle sprain that sidelined her 📸

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The Sparks are once again faced with a familiar problemThe Los Angeles Sparks will be forced to play without Kelsey Plum for four weeks after she suffered an injury to her lower left leg.

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Caitlin Clark Injures BackFever star will not return vs. Mercury

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WNBA All-Star Voting UpdateFever duo leading the league so far. Full results here 📲

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Kelsey Plum Out 4 WeeksSparks star dealing with lower leg injury

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Clark Calls Out 'Ridiculous' TechFever star unhappy with technical for clapping after scuffle with Mercury

01:59

Caitlin Outduels Alyssa Thomas ⚔️

Fever star shines in 2H after going down early to Mercury

00:23

Nneka Ogwumike Game Winner 👌

Sparks forward helps complete 17-point comeback with buzzer beater 🎥

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Liberty-Sparks Highlights

06/21/2026

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Los Angeles Sparks have to immediately make a Kate Martin decision The Los Angeles Sparks will be forced to make a decision about what to do with Kate Martin's contract as soon as this week.

01:58

Mercury Snaps Losing Streak 🌵

Phoenix gets back on track with blowout win against Storm

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Angel Reese Breaks Record 🤫Dream star reflects on becoming fastest player in WNBA history to reach 1,000 rebounds 🎥

01:30

🚨Marina Mabrey Makes 9 Threes

Tempo star ties WNBA record just one week after Chelsea Gray's historic night

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Re-Drafting the 2024 Class 🔄How Caitlin, Angel and Co. stack up two years later ➡️

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The writing’s already on the wall for Kate Martin’s future with the SparksKate Martin has already played most of the games she can appear in on a developmental contract, so the Sparks have to make a choice about her future.

01:57

A'ja Has Field Day vs. Mercury 💪

Aces star continues dominance over Phoenix in WNBA Finals rematch

01:28

Don't Panic About The Aces Yet 😰

This has happened before...

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Cam Brink Sprains AnkleSparks star set to miss undisclosed amount of time

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Top All-Star Vote-Getters 👀A'ja and Paige lead the ballot. Full list here 📲

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WNBA Adding Six Games 📈League announces 50-game regular season starting in 2027

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Sparks' Cameron Brink injury couldn't come at a worse timeCameron Brink is out with an injury again, a reality that will have a big impact on how the Los Angeles Sparks perform against the Minnesota Lynx tonight.

01:59

Valkyries Cruise Past Sparks 💨

Golden State takes control from start to finish against LA

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Updated Top 25 Player Rankings 📊Olivia Miles making a major leap while Caitlin Clark slides in the pecking order ➡️

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Phoenix Mercury shouldn't resist tempting JJ Quinerly possibilityAfter being waived by the Dallas Wings, JJ Quinerly is searching for a new home, and the Phoenix Mercury could be the perfect fit.

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Flagrant 2 Committed on AngelTempo forward Isabelle Harrison ejected for taking down Dream star

01:57

Sparks-Mercury Highlights

06/13/2026

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Sparks must address key weakness to flip script on entire seasonThe Los Angeles Sparks must fix this overwhelming problem before their season becomes unsalvageable.

01:21

Clark, Boston Make WNBA History 📈

Fever stars become 1st teammates ever to each record a 30-point double-double

01:56

Paige Drops 31 on 70% FG 😱

With no free throws. Bueckers leads Wings to Commissioner’s Cup victory over Mercury

01:47

🚨 Chelsea Gray Makes 9 Threes

4x champ ties WNBA record for most triples made in a game

01:57

Mercury Couldn't Stop Paige 💀

Wings star had a field day in win over Phoenix

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Sparks Handle Storm ⚡️

Plum's double-double leads charge in narrow 88-83 road win

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Valks Take Down Mercury 💥

Golden State takes care of business against Phoenix

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New WNBA Power Rankings 📊Where every team stands after the season's first month ➡️

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Mercury-Fire Highlights

06/05/2026

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Sparks Snap 3-Game Skid 🙌

LA secures 17-pt blowout win vs. Fire as Hamby and Ogwumike both score 20+

01:54

Wings Spoil Plum's Return 🙂‍↕️

Paige dishes career-high 14 assists, Ogunbowale drops 30 as Dallas wins 4th in a row

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Wings Trio Cook Sparks ♨️Paige, Ogunbowale and Shepard all pop off to lead Dallas to 7-3 record

01:26

What's Going On With The Fever? 🤔

Tensions running high after .500 start

01:30

Olivia Miles Makes 8 Threes 💦

No. 2 pick in WNBA draft sets new rookie record for triples made in a game

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Mercury-Storm Highlights

06/03/2026

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Aces Handle Sparks 😮‍💨

A'ja drops 25-15 for Vegas to open WNBA Commissioner's Cup

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Mercury season is doomed without more young talent and spacingIt's hard to believe that this Phoenix Mercury team was just in the Finals. They eliminated both the Lynx and the Liberty last year.

01:57

Lynx-Mercury Highlights

06/01/2026

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Fever Keeping Stephanie WhiteIndy Star reporter refutes Skip Bayless' viral post regarding HC's dismissal 📲

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Sparks-Sun Highlights

05/30/2026

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Hailey Van Lith Re-Joins SunNo. 11 pick in 2025 draft getting a developmental contract despite being waived earlier (ESPN)

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Sparks-Mystics Highlights

05/29/2026

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Mercury-Liberty Highlights

05/29/2026

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Mercury-Liberty Highlights

05/27/2026

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Kelsey Plum's injury comes at a bad time for the Los Angeles SparksKelsey Plum will miss at least a week on the court for the Sparks after suffering an injury - news that comes just as the team needs her the most.

01:59

Liberty Gets Back on Track 🗽

Johannes leads NY in win to snap 3-game losing streak

01:28

Angel Reese Is Dominating 😤

Dream were big winners after offseason trade

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Kelsey Plum Has Ankle SprainSparks star to be reevaluated in one week (ESPN)

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Mercury-Dream Highlights

05/24/2026

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Olivia Miles Makes History 📈No. 2 overall pick in elite company through first 6 WNBA games

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Sparks-Aces Highlights

05/23/2026

01:04

Kelsey Plum Drops 38 🤯

2 points shy of a career-high in revenge game against Aces on the road

Brink Gets 1st Start This Season 👀

Los Angeles Sparks

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Cam gets the start tonight for the Sparks!

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01:12

WNBA Surprises, Disappointments 👀

10 days into the season, this is where we're at

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Growing pains still affect Sparks after Cameron Brink erased early fearsCameron Brink is still developing and figuring things out after a devastating injury cost her most of her first two seasons.

01:57

Hamby Heats Up in Phoenix ♨️

Mercury had no answers for Sparks star

01:58

Brittney Sykes Drops 31 on Mercury 😮‍💨

Tempo star brought the heat in Phoenix tonight

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Brink Headlines New Balance ReleaseSparks star featured in P400 Low campaign 📸

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Sparks need an answer to a potential Kelsey Plum problemKelsey Plum is a tremendous shooting guard, but her potential as a point guard remains to be seen - and the Sparks need to figure this out soon.

01:56

Tempo-Sparks Highlights

05/17/2026

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Sky-Mercury Highlights

05/15/2026

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Tempo-Sparks Highlights

05/15/2026

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Lisa Leslie Getting Statue 🤩Sparks to honor legend outside Crypto.com Arena

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First WNBA Power Rankings 📊How every team stacks up ahead of the season tipoff ➡️

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Defiant Cameron Brink performance exposes flawed Sparks decisionCameron Brink's performance against the Indiana Fever should make the Los Angeles Sparks rethink their current decision process.

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Fever-Sparks Highlights

05/13/2026

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Lynx-Mercury Highlights

05/12/2026

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Paige Describes WNBA Stars 👀Bueckers appears in Hot Ones Versus alongside Aaliyah Edwards 🎥

01:59

Mercury-Valkyries Highlights

05/10/2026

01:54

Aces Destroy Sparks 🎰

Jackie Young, Chennedy Carter both score 20+ in blowout win

01:58

Mercury Obliterates Aces 😳

Phoenix spoils A'ja and Las Vegas' ring day with 99-66 blowout win

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WNBA Opening Night HighlightsBest reactions and moments from 3-game slate

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Top 25 WNBA Player Rankings 👀How Caitlin, Angel, more stack up ahead of tonight's season tipoff ➡️

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WNBA 'Rebel Edition' Unis 🔥Every squad drops new looks ahead of Opening Night 📸

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Phee: WNBA 'Too Physical'Lynx star hoping for significant changes to how game is officiated 🎥

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Undeniable A'ja Wilson, Las Vegas Aces truth dominates 2026 WNBA seasonThe Aces dominated the annual WNBA GM survey-and for good reason. They are the standard.

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Angel Reese Trade Shocked WNBA GMsBlockbuster Dream-Sky deal was among most surprising offseason moves in recent survey

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GM Picks for Top Cornerstones ⭐️Execs reveal which of the top players they would build a team around

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WNBA Featured on Game ShowCelebrity Jeopardy! showcased the league by giving it a category

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GM Picks for WNBA MVP 🏆Execs reveal their frontrunners for the major award 📲

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🚨 Tina Charles RetiresLegend. 9x All-WNBA big and 2012 MVP calls it a career after 14 seasons. Tap for announcement 📸

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Sparks' Cameron Brink decision keeps massive 2025 concern aliveThe Sparks' lineup decision makes sense, but it could also make it more difficult to improve one of their biggest weaknesses from last season.

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WNBA Team Valuations💰Valkyries and Liberty lead Sportico's top-5 list ahead of 2026 season 📲