Los Angeles Sparks vs. New York Liberty - August 29, 2024

NYL

88

FinalAug 28

94

LAS

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Scoring Summary

Teams

Liberty logo, Liberty 26-6, 1ST 14, 2ND 25, 3RD 24, 4TH 25, TOT 88

Liberty(26-6)

Sparks logo, Sparks 7-24, 1ST 26, 2ND 20, 3RD 21, 4TH 27, TOT 94

Sparks(7-24)

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14

25

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25

88

26

20

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27

94

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Just more than a week after the Sparks' Dearica Hamby exposed a racist text, the sender of the text was fired following an investigation by their employer, Acclaro Medical. https://t.co/iXb216h579

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New York Liberty

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Miss ‘em already 🥹🗽

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Greetings from Berlin - @nyliberty 🗽 #PassionnémentBleu | #FIBAWWC

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New York Liberty

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Grind don’t stop for Stew York! 💪 @breannastewart getting after it with @usabasketball in Berlin 🇺🇸

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New York Liberty

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Join us in BK as we face the Dream on 9/21 during our Noche Latina Night at @barclayscenter! Each purchase includes a New York Liberty hat with country flag of your choice, with the option to select your flag of choice at checkout! secure your hat ticket pack today🧢

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New Sabrina 4 Colorway 🎨'The Switch' drops September 5. Tap for photos 📸

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Ranking Every Team's Best '26 Jersey 🎽How the best threads stack up across the WNBA this season 📲

01:57

Sparks-Storm Highlights

08/30/2026

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Sparks' Ta'Niya Latson decision looks even worse after Kate Martin moveFirst. Ta'Niya Latson, now Kate Martin. Do the Los Angeles Sparks have any idea of what direction they want to take moving forward?

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New WNBA Finals Logo 🏆Championship trophy featured in design for the first time in 20 years 📸

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Unrivaled Announces Players 👀Paige, Stewie and Kelsey headline names in 3-on-3 league 📸

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New York Liberty stifle sluggish Chicago Sky, win 85-66Your best source for quality Brooklyn Nets news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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Updated WNBA Playoff Bracket 🖼️Liberty fighting for seeding after win over Sky. Tap for latest standings ➡️

02:00

Liberty Suffocate Sky 😤

Stewie & Co. make quick work of Chicago

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Breaking NewsNatasha Cloud dismisses Enes Kanter Freedom as Sky ban him from home games (AP)

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New York Liberty vs. Chicago Sky Preview: Can New York Bounce Back Before the FIBA Break?The Liberty look to bounce back in their final game before the WNBA’s FIBA World Cup break.

02:00

Valkyries Hold Liberty to 60 PTS 🛑

Golden State's defense limits NY to 30% shooting 🎥

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Game Preview: Can the New York Liberty Finally Figure Out the Golden State Valkyries?The Liberty host the Valkyries at Barclays Center on Thursday night, looking to snap a 0-2 season-series deficit.

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Fever-Sky Drew 3.31M Viewers 🔥Most-watched regular-season WNBA game since inaugural season 📸

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Lynne Roberts throws Kate Martin's future with the Sparks into questionKate Martin hasn't played as much for the Los Angeles Sparks as fans hoped she might, and it's not exactly clear what the team's plans for her are.

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Wings Clinch Playoff Berth 🙌Updated look at postseason bracket after Dallas claims last spot 📲

02:00

Allisha Gray Drops 20 on LA 🔥

Rhyne Howard supported with 18 PTS for Atlanta

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Freedom, White Not Eligible for WNBA DraftSource says the ex-NBA players trying to enter draft are ineligible amid debate over trans athlete participation (AP)

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🚨Mercury Buy Out BonnerPhoenix giving 6x All-Star an 'opportunity to chase a title'

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Enes Kanter Freedom Ejected from WNBA GameFormer NBA center ejected from Fever-Sky after he was confronted by Natasha Cloud (AP)

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Mystics Clinch Playoff Spot 🎟️Postseason-bound for first time since 2023 after Sky's loss

01:32

Caitlin Clark Drops 37 & 10 🤩

Fever star records new career-high with 8 made triples in the win

01:15

Paige Drops 32 on 6/6 3PM 🤯

Wings star had career-high points in a quarter (18) in the 1st

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New York Liberty 109, Indiana Fever 102: Leonie Fiebich Saves the DayFiebich returned from injury with 20 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists in a thriller at Barclays.

01:59

Sparks Break 6-Game Skid

Rae Burrell drops game-high 20 points

02:00

Stewie Drops 22 PTS On Fever 🗽

New York holds off Indiana's Big Three

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Caitlin Clark, Sabrina's Final Stats 📊Full look at CC and Ionescu's box score, as Liberty beat Fever 📲

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Breaking NewsBreanna Stewart wants a safe space as transgender debate sparks rallies at Fever games (AP)

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New York Liberty vs. Indiana Fever Preview: Battling for playoff positioningOnly two games separate the Fever and Liberty in the standings.

00:24

Sydney Taylor Cold Game-Winner 🥶

Second one of the season for Sky rookie

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WNBA Commish: Some People Trying to 'Sow Divisiveness'Cathy Engelbert makes comment on debate over transgender athletes (AP)

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WNBA Stars' Big Purchases 😂Sophie Cunningham and Courtney Williams went very different directions after pay increases 📲

01:25

Who Is Mark Walter? 🧐

Why billionaire had to sell Lakers—and how it might affect Dodgers, Chelsea and more 🎥

highposthoops.com•1w

The New York Liberty must solve their Indiana-sized issueThe New York Liberty must overcome their Indiana Fever problem before the two teams meet in the playoffs, and they'll get a chance to this weekend.

01:58

Dream SMACK Sparks 🤯

Angel Reese perfect from the field on near triple-double 🎥

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Nneka Ogwumike has just made a pivotal Sparks decision a lot easierNneka Ogwumike is giving the Los Angeles Sparks no choice with a critical decision that will shape their entire future.

Satou Sabally Out FIBA Tourney

Madeline Kenney

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@madkenney

Satou Sabally announced on her Instagram she won’t be playing for Germany, the host country, in the FIBA World Cup. “Right now, I have to listen to my body, put my health first and prioritize my full recovery,” she wrote.

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🚨 Nneka Ogwumike Retiring11x WNBA All-Star says this will be her final season

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New York Liberty burned by Natasha Cloud, Chicago Sky, lose 93-86Jonquel Jones went down with an early ankle injury, Tash got her revenge, and the Liberty let one slip away.

01:57

Natasha Cloud Drops 35 on Liberty 😈

Sky veteran leads the charge in upset win over New York

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Latest WNBA Playoff Picture 🖼️Where teams stand after Valkyries clinch 📲

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Updated WNBA Playoff Picture 🖼️Sun officially eliminated from contention. Tap for full standings ➡️

01:58

Sparks-Mystics Highlights

08/15/2026

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New York Liberty wake up vs. Connecticut Sun, win 82-75The Libs were slow out of the gate in Connecticut, but Jonquel Jones and Marine Johannès made up for lost time.

01:56

Jonquel Jones Drops 23-11 😮‍💨

Liberty star was unstoppable in Connecticut

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Caitlin Makes WNBA History 📝Fastest player EVER to 700 assists

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NY Liberty vs. Connecticut Sun Preview: Stewart, Jones, and Liberty Say Goodbye to UncasvilleThe Liberty prepare to close the book on Mohegan Sun Arena before the Sun move to Houston.

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Latest WNBA Playoff Picture 🖼️Breaking down updated postseason bracket after Aces clinch

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New York Liberty survive near-disaster, beat Los Angeles Sparks 85-81New York was cruising toward a comfortable home win over the Sparks, then they nearly hit the iceberg.

01:53

Sabrina Leads NY To Victory 🏆

Ionescu dropped 20 against Los Angeles

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Breaking NewsFever All-Stars Aliyah Boston, Kelsey Mitchell disappointed by home fans booing coach Stephanie White (AP)

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Breaking NewsWNBA denounces 'bad-faith' transgender debate and says league has no eligibility issues (AP)

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New York Liberty smoked by Indiana Fever, lose 106-92New York had a big test on Tuesday night against a high-powered Indiana Fever team. They failed it.

01:53

Noemie Brochant TORCHES Sparks 🧯

Mercury forward was feeling it in LA

01:58

Fever Handle Liberty 🤒

Kelsey Mitchell and Caitlin had no issues with New York

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NY Liberty vs. Indiana Fever Preview: Can the Liberty contain Kelsey Mitchell & Caitlin Clark?The Liberty look to avenge a July blowout against a Fever squad rallying behind Kelsey Mitchell.

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Rhyne Howard Makes History 🙌Dream star is fastest player EVER to hit 100 threes in a season 📸

02:00

Valkyries Nearly Blow 4Q Lead 😭

Sparks almost complete comeback but Golden State locks in down the stretch

01:26

New WNBA 3-PT Record 🪣

Lynx's Kayla McBride drops 10 triples on Wings for most in a single game ever

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Kayla McBride Breaks 3-PT Record 🎯Lynx star had herself a DAY as she makes the most triples EVER in a WNBA game vs. Wings

01:55

Liberty SMACK Aces by 40 😳

Marine Johannes drops 27 to run A'ja-less Vegas out of Brooklyn

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Sabrina Talks Team USA Snub 😔Liberty star 'disappointed' but excited to watch new players shine

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Breaking NewsWNBA commissioner says league will continue discussing issue of transgender participation (AP)

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Cheryl Reeve’s ruthless critique may be just what the Lynx need after loss to Sparks Coming off a ten-game winning streak, you could expect the Lynx to be pretty happy with where they are, but after a streak-ending surprise loss to the Sparks, C

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Playoff Race Heating Up ⚔️Tap for full standings and projected first-round matchups 📲

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1 Word for Every Team's Season 🗣️Bite-sized takes on every club so far 📲

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On Betnijah Laney-Hamilton’s depressing ending with the New York LibertyPlus, Marine Fauthoux getting rewarded with a standard, multi-year contract.

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Sparks Snap Lynx Win Streak ⚡️

Los Angeles pops off and defeats Minnesota

Liberty Waive Laney-Hamilton

Kendra Andrews

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@kendra__andrews

NEWS: the Liberty have released Betnijah Laney-Hamilton, per team. Laney-Hamilton has appeared in just 17 games for New York this season and was averaging 16.8 minutes per game — the third fewest minutes in her career

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Sparks still have a chance to make up for egregious Dominique Malonga mistakeDominique Malonga just scored 31 points against the Liberty, reminding the Sparks of what they gave up for a short Kelsey Plum experience.

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New York Liberty hang on vs. Seattle Storm, win 92-86New York notched their second win over Seattle in three days

01:55

Stewie Drops 28 on Seattle 🔥

Jones adds near triple-double to get NY the win

00:22

Plum Bear Hugs Dream HC 😅

Mercury star went all out to hustle for the ball

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WNBA Cleveland's Team Name 👀First look at 'Sirens' logo and colors. (📸 via @clevelandwnba)

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Post-Deadline Power Rankings 📊Breaking down every team's title chances after Sunday's trade deadline ➡️

01:53

Stewie Cooks Storm 👩‍🍳

Liberty star had her way vs. Seattle

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Kelsey Plum Traded to MercuryPhoenix acquiring 5x WNBA All-Star guard from Sparks (Shams)

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New York Liberty vs. Seattle Storm Preview: Can Liberty Protect Home Court?The NY Liberty come home for a homestand, beginning with a two-game set against the Seattle Storm.

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Kelsey Plum Thanks LA 💛Ready for her chapter in Phoenix after trade to Mercury 📸

01:58

Sparks End Losing Streak 👊

LA wins first game after Plum trade

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Grading Kelsey Plum Trade 🔠Breaking down late-night blockbuster deal between Sparks and Mercury 📲

highposthoops.com•1mo

Kelsey Plum trade just handed the Sparks a second chance they shouldn't wasteThe Phoenix Mercury have acquired Kelsey Plum's services, in turn granting the Los Angeles Sparks an opportunity they can't afford to pass up.

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Ionescu's 'Slurpee' Kicks🥤Liberty star shows off Nike Sabrina 4s vs. Phoenix 📸

01:57

Sabrina's Near Triple-Dub 🤏

Liberty star put on a clinic in Phoenix

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New York Liberty vs. Phoenix Mercury preview: An afternoon matchup in the DesertThe Liberty wrap up their three-game road-trip against a Phoenix team trying to get back in the playoff race.

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Phee Expected To Stay on Lynx5x All-Star likely to remain in Minnesota despite trade rumors (ESPN)

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Stewie Top 10 in Scoring 📈Liberty star passes Candace Parker who happened to be on the call. Tap to watch 🎥

01:57

A'ja Doing GOAT Things 🐐

33 point, 10 reb double-double too much for NY

highposthoops.com•1mo

The Sparks' Kelsey Plum question isn't a good look for the teamLos Angeles might be setting up to trade Kelsey Plum ahead of (or even on) the August 2 WNBA trade deadline.

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Sparks' Asking Price on PlumLA 'asking for the world' in any trade for 5x All-Star guard (ESPN)

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Kelsey Plum Trade Packages 🎯Top suitors, potential deals for Sparks star ahead of Sunday's deadline ➡️

01:57

Liberty-Sparks Highlights

07/28/2026

www.netsdaily.com•1mo

New York Liberty vs. LA Sparks Game Preview: Liberty return to start a 3-game road tripFresh off the All-Star break, the New York Liberty head west to face the Los Angeles Sparks.

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Phee, Plum Could Be TradedLynx and Sparks superstars among players who may move at the deadline (The Athletic)

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NBA 2K27 Official Gameplay 🎮Are you copping? 🎥

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Updated WNBA Mock Draft 🔢Full first-round predictions as the race for JuJu Watkins intensifies ➡️

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Stars Mic'd Up at ASG 🎙️Watch Caitlin, Paige, and Stewie during Saturday's contest 🎥

00:27

Dunk in WNBA All-Star Game 💥

Dominique Malonga throws it down months after Unrivaled slam

02:04

Jonquel Jones Fries Team Coop 🍳

Liberty star's dominant double-double helps Team Spoon get the win

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Jonquel Jones Wins ASG MVP 🤩Liberty star put on a masterclass vs. Team Coop

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Team Spoon Wins ASG ⭐Jonquel Jones drops near triple-double to lead team to 129-122 win over Team Coop 📲

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WNBA To Launch Replay CenterLeague announces new investment initiative to start the 2027 season

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Azzi Wins 3-Point ContestWings' No. 1 pick becomes first rookie to ever win the event

01:20

Azzi Goes Off To Make WNBA History 🎯

A score of 30 to win the 3-point contest as a rookie

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Obama Surprises WNBA All-StarsFormer President made an appearance at practice in Chicago

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Brink's 'Malibu Melt' Kicks 🌴Sparks forward releases New Balance sneaker pack inspired by LA's sunset 📸

01:29

A'ja Still WNBA's Top Dog 😤

It's not Olivia, Caitlin or Paige's league...yet

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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

01:57

Sabrina Leads Comeback Win 🗽

Liberty star goes off in final minute of game 🎥

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Sabrina Stuns Sky With Clutch Buckets9 points in 38 seconds. Liberty come away with 1-point win at home

00:40

UNREAL SABRINA HEATER 🤯

Ionescu drops 9 points in 38 seconds to lead Liberty's comeback

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

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Sab Denies 3PT Contest ReportsLiberty star clears the air amid rumors saying she declined invite

02:00

Alyssa Thomas Double-Double on Sparks 👊

Mercury star was sensational in win over rivals

www.netsdaily.com•1mo

Takeaways from New York Liberty’s 99-98 overtime win vs. Dallas Wings, moreIt wasn’t convincing, but it was a win New York needed with every fiber of their being. Here’s the latest on the team.

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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)

01:59

Stewie Drops 33 On Wings 🥵

Liberty star led the way in OT win

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

01:59

Paige Drops 25 On Sparks 😮‍💨

Wings star needed all of them in win over LA

highposthoops.com•2mo

New York Liberty’s worst Satou Sabally fear has already come trueAdding Satou Sabally to the Liberty’s roster promised a lot of success, but it hasn’t gone according to plan.

01:00

Mitchell Drops 33 on 10/14 FG 👩‍🍳

Fever star follows up Caitlin's historic game with 33 point performance

01:55

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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@WNBA

History for Nneka. 👑 Nneka Ogwumike pulls up from midrange to become the @LASparks' all-time leading scorer with 6,265 points and counting! LAS-CHI | ION

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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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New York Liberty game in Dallas postponed due to travel delaysThe Liberty were supposed to be in action against the Wings tonight. However, the game has been postponed.

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NY Liberty game in Dallas postponed, rescheduled to July 20The Liberty were supposed to be in action against the Wings tonight. However, the game has been postponed.

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Liberty vs. Wings PostponedTonight's game moved to July 20 due to mechanical issues with Liberty's plane

01:59

McBride Outduels Ogwumike 🥊

Minnesota increases lead for No. 1 spot in league 🎥

Bleacher Report•2mo

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

02:00

Sparks-Dream Highlights

07/13/2026

highposthoops.com•2mo

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.

highposthoops.com•2mo

The New York Liberty are the most confusing team in the WNBAThe New York Liberty can turn up and beat anyone, but it's becoming clear they can lose to anyone, too.

highposthoops.com•2mo

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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Shoe Gets Thrown at Mabrey 😳Liberty's Laney-Hamilton ejected after scuffle

01:30

Aces Beat Mercury By 48 🫣

A'ja, Vegas put BTA on Phoenix on national television

01:56

Mabrey Drops 30 on Liberty 🪣

Tempo star leads team to 93-91 victory to help snap Toronto's 4-game losing streak

Bleacher Report•2mo

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

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NY Liberty vs. Toronto Tempo preview: one losing streak will endCan Liberty get back on track … again

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

01:59

Lynx Move to Top Seed 📶

Miles, McBride combine for 48 points in win over Liberty

01:59

Sky-Sparks Highlights

07/10/2026

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

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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 📲

01:57

Fever-Sparks Highlights

07/08/2026

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