After solid first quarter, Sparks can’t keep pace with Aces
4 months ago

After solid first quarter, Sparks can’t keep pace with Aces

LA Times  

The Sparks’ Crystal Dangerfield pulls up for a jumper against the Aces on Sunday in Las Vegas. A’ja Wilson scored 34 points and grabbed 13 rebounds — her WNBA-record 17th game this season with 20-plus points and 10-plus rebounds — to help the Las Vegas Aces beat the Sparks 87-71 on Sunday. Kelsey Plum made four three-pointers and finished with 18 points, Tiffany Hayes scored 11 and Jackie Young had 10 for Las Vegas. Dearica Hamby contributed 13 points, 11 rebounds and four steals while Kia Nurse scored 12 points — 10 in the first half. Nurse sank a three-pointer for the Sparks that tied the score midway through the second quarter but Wilson made a short jumper and Plum scored in the lane before Hayes added a three-pointer to make it 38-31 less than two minutes later and Las Vegas led the rest of the way.

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Jalen Williams scores 33 points, Thunder remain red-hot by topping Heat 104-97
3 days, 2 hours ago

Jalen Williams scores 33 points, Thunder remain red-hot by topping Heat 104-97

Associated Press  

MIAMI — Jalen Williams scored a season-high 33 points, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had 25 and the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Miami Heat 104-97 on Friday night for their seventh straight victory. Lu Dort scored 14 points and Isaiah Hartenstein had 13 points and 18 rebounds for the Thunder, who improved to 22-5 — the second-best record in the NBA and …

NBA roundup: Wizards end 16-game losing streak despite Jokic’s 56 points
2 weeks, 1 day ago

NBA roundup: Wizards end 16-game losing streak despite Jokic’s 56 points

The Hindu  

Jordan Poole scored 39 points to help the host Washington Wizards overcome Nikola Jokic’s career-high 56 points and beat the Denver Nuggets 122-113 on Saturday to end its 16-game losing streak. Pistons 120, Knicks 111 Cade Cunningham finished with 29 points, 15 assists and 10 rebounds to lead Detroit to its first win over host New York in 17 tries. …

Las Vegas Aces Guard Tiffany Hayes Wins WNBA Sixth Player of the Year Award
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Las Vegas Aces Guard Tiffany Hayes Wins WNBA Sixth Player of the Year Award

Associated Press  

Las Vegas Aces guard Tiffany Hayes has been named the WNBA Sixth Player of the Year award. Hayes received 38 of 67 votes from a national media panel, edging out New York’s Leonie Fiebich with 21 votes. Hayes joins the Aces a few weeks into the season six months after she had announced her retirement from the WNBA.

WNBA coach Becky Hammon RIPS into star Kelsey Plum as Las Vegas Aces drop second game to New York Liberty
2 months, 3 weeks ago

WNBA coach Becky Hammon RIPS into star Kelsey Plum as Las Vegas Aces drop second game to New York Liberty

Daily Mail  

Hammon berated her star player after a subpar performance against New York The reigning, two-time WNBA champion Las Vegas Aces have their backs against the wall following a Game 2 defeat at the hands of the New York Liberty in the semifinals of this year's playoffs. Part of the blame for the result could be placed on the shoulders of …

Liberty top Aces 88-84 to take a 2-0 lead in the WNBA semifinals and put the champs on the brink
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Liberty top Aces 88-84 to take a 2-0 lead in the WNBA semifinals and put the champs on the brink

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Sabrina Ionescu and her New York teammates downplayed being on the brink of knocking off the Aces. We didn’t come to win two games at home and be satisfied, we’re a hungry group.” Game 3 is Friday night in Las Vegas, with the two-time defending champion Aces trying to avoid being beaten by the team they beat …

Liberty to host Aces Tuesday
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Liberty to host Aces Tuesday

Associated Press  

Las Vegas Aces at New York Liberty New York; Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. EDT BETMGM SPORTSBOOK: LINE Liberty -4.5; over/under is 163.5 WNBA PLAYOFFS SEMIFINALS: BOTTOM LINE: The New York Liberty face the Las Vegas Aces. New York averages 10.1 made 3-pointers per game, 2.4 more made shots than the 7.7 per game Las Vegas allows. LAST 10 GAMES: Liberty: 8-2, …

Stewart and Ionescu Lead New York Liberty to 87-77 Game 1 Win Over the Las Vegas Aces in Semifinals
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Stewart and Ionescu Lead New York Liberty to 87-77 Game 1 Win Over the Las Vegas Aces in Semifinals

Associated Press  

New York Liberty defeated Las Vegas Aces 87-77 in Game 1 of their WNBA semifinals series. Stewart led the Liberty with 34 points, including eight in the first half. The Liberty dominated the first quarter and led by 10 points at halftime. They went on to win 87-77, securing their first win in the playoffs since 2019.

Liberty begin semifinals against the Aces
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Liberty begin semifinals against the Aces

Associated Press  

Las Vegas Aces at New York Liberty New York; Sunday, 3 p.m. EDT BETMGM SPORTSBOOK: LINE Liberty -4; over/under is 163.5 WNBA PLAYOFFS SEMIFINALS: Liberty host first series matchup BOTTOM LINE: The New York Liberty host the Las Vegas Aces in game one of the WNBA playoffs semifinals. New York averages 10.1 made 3-pointers per game, 2.4 more made shots …

Defending champion Aces live up to title against the Storm
2 months, 4 weeks ago

Defending champion Aces live up to title against the Storm

China Daily  

Las Vegas Aces center A'ja Wilson attempts a shot against Seattle Storm guards Victoria Vivians and Jewell Loyd during a WNBA game on Sunday in Las Vegas. Hammon, therefore, loved the fourth quarter of Game 1 of the Aces' first-round WNBA playoff series with the Seattle Storm, when Las Vegas allowed just two points, both on free throws, and rallied …

Las Vegas takes 1-0 lead into game 2 against Seattle
3 months ago

Las Vegas takes 1-0 lead into game 2 against Seattle

Associated Press  

Seattle Storm at Las Vegas Aces Las Vegas; Tuesday, 9:30 p.m. EDT WNBA PLAYOFFS FIRST ROUND: Aces lead series 1-0 BOTTOM LINE: The Las Vegas Aces host the Seattle Storm in the first round of the WNBA playoffs with a 1-0 lead in the series. Seattle averages 6.1 made 3-pointers per game this season, 1.6 fewer made shots on average …

A’ja Wilson scores 21 after snagging third MVP award, helps Aces beat Storm 78-67 in playoff opener
3 months ago

A’ja Wilson scores 21 after snagging third MVP award, helps Aces beat Storm 78-67 in playoff opener

Associated Press  

LAS VEGAS — A’ja Wilson scored 21 points and blocked five shots after earning her record-tying third MVP award earlier Sunday, and the two-time defending-champion Las Vegas Aces held the Seattle Storm to a pair of free throws in the fourth quarter in pulling away for a 78-67 victory in Game 1 of the best-of-three series. Kelsey Plum missed her …

A'ja Wilson and Caitlin Clark are unanimous choices for WNBA AP Player and Rookie of the Year
3 months ago

A'ja Wilson and Caitlin Clark are unanimous choices for WNBA AP Player and Rookie of the Year

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Please enter a valid email address Please enter a valid email address SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Wilson became the first player …

A'ja Wilson set records. So did Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese. WNBA stats in 2024 were eye-popping
3 months ago

A'ja Wilson set records. So did Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese. WNBA stats in 2024 were eye-popping

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Please enter a valid email address Please enter a valid email address SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Lots of records — most …

Washington closes out season with 92-91 win over Indiana as Clark, Fever attract record crowd
3 months ago

Washington closes out season with 92-91 win over Indiana as Clark, Fever attract record crowd

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Sika Kone scored a career-high 20 points and the Washington Mystics pulled out a 92-91 win over Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever on Thursday night before a record crowd of 20,711, the largest in WNBA history. The Mystics, who led by 16 points entering the fourth quarter, began the regular season finale with a shot at the …

Wilson scores 21, sets rebounding mark and Las Vegas Aces defeat Seattle Storm 85-72
3 months ago

Wilson scores 21, sets rebounding mark and Las Vegas Aces defeat Seattle Storm 85-72

Associated Press  

SEATTLE — A’ja Wilson scored 21 points and set the WNBA record for most rebounds in a season as the Las Vegas Aces defeated the Seattle Storm 85-72 on Tuesday night. The loss locks Seattle into the fifth playoff spot where it is likely to play Las Vegas in the first round. Jackie Young had 16 points and six assists …

Los Angeles hosts Phoenix, looks to break home skid
3 months, 1 week ago

Los Angeles hosts Phoenix, looks to break home skid

Associated Press  

Phoenix Mercury at Los Angeles Sparks Los Angeles; Tuesday, 10:30 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: Los Angeles Sparks is looking to stop its four-game home slide with a win over Phoenix Mercury. Los Angeles averages 78.6 points per game, 6.1 fewer points than the 84.7 Phoenix allows. LAST 10 GAMES: Sparks: 1-9, averaging 80.6 points, 30.0 rebounds, 19.8 assists, 8.4 steals …

A’ja Wilson becomes 1st WNBA player to reach 1,000 points in a season as Aces top Sun
3 months, 1 week ago

A’ja Wilson becomes 1st WNBA player to reach 1,000 points in a season as Aces top Sun

Associated Press  

LAS VEGAS — A’ja Wilson became the first WNBA player to score 1,000 points in a season when she finished with 29 in the Las Vegas Aces’ 84-71 win over the Connecticut Sun on Sunday. Young’s pull-up jumper midway through the period made it 58-47 and Las Vegas led by double figures the rest of the way. Wilson was dominant …

Caitlin Clark scores career-high 35, Kelsey Mitchell adds 30 as Fever beat Wings 110-109
3 months, 1 week ago

Caitlin Clark scores career-high 35, Kelsey Mitchell adds 30 as Fever beat Wings 110-109

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — Caitlin Clark scored a career-high 35 points with eight assists, Kelsey Mitchell added 30 points and the duo combined to hit 12 of Indiana’s 16 3-pointers to help the Fever beat the Dallas Wings 110-109 on Sunday. Teaira McCowan scored inside to cut the deficit to two, but Clark made back-to-back 3s and, after a transition take foul, …

Brionna Jones scores 20, Marina Mabrey adds 19 as Sun beat Mercury 88-69
3 months, 1 week ago

Brionna Jones scores 20, Marina Mabrey adds 19 as Sun beat Mercury 88-69

Associated Press  

PHOENIX — Brionna Jones scored 20 points on 10 of 16 shooting and grabbed nine rebounds, Marina Mabrey added 19 points and the Connecticut Sun beat the Phoenix Mercury 88-69 on Friday night. DeWanna Bonner scored 14 points, Harris had 12 and Alyssa Thomas finished with 11 assists to go with seven points for the Sun. Phoenix has lost six …

Gray scores 21 to lead Aces to 78-74 win over Fever as Clark sets WNBA assists record
3 months, 1 week ago

Gray scores 21 to lead Aces to 78-74 win over Fever as Clark sets WNBA assists record

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — Chelsea Gray scored 21 points, A’ja Wilson added 15 points and 17 rebounds and the Las Vegas Aces held on to beat the Indiana Fever 78-74 on Friday night to spoil another record-breaking day for Caitlin Clark. Clark, who scored all of her 18 points in the second half, finished with eight rebounds and nine assists for Indiana. …

LA Sparks’ franchise rebuild stalls out as team misses the playoffs for the 4th straight year
3 months, 1 week ago

LA Sparks’ franchise rebuild stalls out as team misses the playoffs for the 4th straight year

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — The Los Angeles Sparks are still looking to the future. “We’re focusing on the stuff that we can control and those are things you have to do before you necessarily see the wins.” The franchise that owns three WNBA championships, including back-to-back titles in 2002 and ’03, was focused on rebuilding this season under first-year general manager …

A’ja Wilson’s single-season WNBA scoring mark likely short-lived. Several players poised to break it
3 months, 1 week ago

A’ja Wilson’s single-season WNBA scoring mark likely short-lived. Several players poised to break it

Associated Press  

A’ja Wilson has been scoring at a record pace all season long and now she owns the all-time mark for points in a single year. Las Vegas’ two-time MVP is averaging 27.31 points and Wilson is on pace to be the first player ever to reach 1,000 points in a single season with the Aces having four games left. Here’s …

Las Vegas Aces' A'ja Wilson Scripts WNBA History; Breaks Single-Season Scoring Record
3 months, 1 week ago

Las Vegas Aces' A'ja Wilson Scripts WNBA History; Breaks Single-Season Scoring Record

News 18  

A’ja Wilson broke the WNBA single season scoring record just before the first half of the Las Vegas Aces’ game against the Indiana Fever on Wednesday night. The Aces’ two-time league MVP came into the game averaging 27.3 points and 11.9 rebounds. I’m never going to stop shooting, but the group that we have in this locker room is something …

Storm beat the Sparks 90-82 to stay within 1 game of fourth place Las Vegas
3 months, 1 week ago

Storm beat the Sparks 90-82 to stay within 1 game of fourth place Las Vegas

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Skylar Diggins-Smith had 26 points, Gabby Williams scored 13 of her 17 in the second quarter and the Seattle Storm beat the Los Angeles Sparks 90-82 on Wednesday night. Seattle stayed within one game of fourth place Las Vegas, which also won Wednesday, in the WNBA standings. Seattle trailed 39-29 with 3:40 left in the first half …

A’ja Wilson becomes the WNBA’s single-season scoring leader, Aces beat Fever for 14th straight time
3 months, 1 week ago

A’ja Wilson becomes the WNBA’s single-season scoring leader, Aces beat Fever for 14th straight time

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — A’ja Wilson became the WNBA’s single-season scoring leader and finished with 27 points and 12 rebounds to help the Las Vegas Aces beat the Indiana Fever 86-75 on Wednesday night for their 14th straight win in the series. After Indiana got within 72-66, Wilson scored eight straight Las Vegas points in a two-minute span for an 80-71 lead …

Caitlin Clark left writhing in pain after taking elbow to the face as A'ja Wilson makes WNBA history in Aces win vs. Fever
3 months, 1 week ago

Caitlin Clark left writhing in pain after taking elbow to the face as A'ja Wilson makes WNBA history in Aces win vs. Fever

Daily Mail  

Caitlin Clark took a nasty blow to the face after a collision with Jackie Young during the Indiana Fever's 86-75 loss to the Las Vegas Aces on Wednesday night. The reigning WNBA Finals MVP broke the single-season scoring record with her 940th and 941st points on a jumper right before halftime. #WNBA #FeverRising pic.twitter.com/GdziNP72k7 — Ashwin September 12, 2024 A'ja …

A'ja Wilson breaks the WNBA's single-season scoring record and eyes another milestone
3 months, 1 week ago

A'ja Wilson breaks the WNBA's single-season scoring record and eyes another milestone

NPR  

A'ja Wilson breaks the WNBA's single-season scoring record and eyes another milestone toggle caption Darron Cummings/AP INDIANAPOLIS — A'ja Wilson broke the WNBA single-season scoring record just before the first half of the Las Vegas Aces' game against the Indiana Fever on Wednesday night. Wilson hit a jumper from the free throw line with 26.4 seconds left in the second …

Aces star A’ja Wilson breaks WNBA single season scoring record as Aces beat Fever
3 months, 1 week ago

Aces star A’ja Wilson breaks WNBA single season scoring record as Aces beat Fever

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — A’ja Wilson broke the WNBA single season scoring record just before the first half of the Las Vegas Aces’ game against the Indiana Fever on Wednesday night. I’m never going to stop shooting, but the group that we have in this locker room is something that I’m truly so happy to be around.” Wilson needed just 35 games …

Las Vegas visits Indiana following Boston’s 30-point game
3 months, 1 week ago

Las Vegas visits Indiana following Boston’s 30-point game

Associated Press  

Las Vegas Aces at Indiana Fever Indianapolis; Wednesday, 7 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: Indiana Fever plays the Las Vegas Aces after Aliyah Boston scored 30 points in the Indiana Fever’s 104-100 overtime win over the Atlanta Dream. Las Vegas averages 9.2 made 3-pointers per game this season, 0.1 more makes per game than Indiana allows. LAST 10 GAMES: Fever: 8-2, …

Alyssa Thomas has 12 points, 11 assists and 10 rebounds as Sun beat Sparks 79-67
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Alyssa Thomas has 12 points, 11 assists and 10 rebounds as Sun beat Sparks 79-67

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Brionna Jones scored 21 points and grabbed nine rebounds, DiJonai Carrington added 19 points and Alyssa Thomas recorded her third triple-double of the season Sunday night to help the Connecticut Sun beat the Los Angeles Sparks 79-67. DeWanna Bonner scored 14 points and Marina Mabrey added 10 for Connecticut, which had lost back-to-back games for the second …

Ionescu has big fourth quarter as Liberty beat short-handed Aces 75-71
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Ionescu has big fourth quarter as Liberty beat short-handed Aces 75-71

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — The New York Liberty have been saying all season long that they are a new team this year. Whether A’ja is on the court or not, they’re trying to win.” Las Vegas almost stunned New York. Neither team scored until Ionescu hit a pull-up jumper with 43.6 seconds left that gave New York a 72-71 advantage. “It …

WNBA MVP Breanna Stewart shines in New York Liberty's thrilling win over Las Vegas Aces in finals rematch as A'ja Wilson misses first game since 2019
3 months, 2 weeks ago

WNBA MVP Breanna Stewart shines in New York Liberty's thrilling win over Las Vegas Aces in finals rematch as A'ja Wilson misses first game since 2019

Daily Mail  

Brooklyn's Barclays Center was nearly filled to the brim as reigning WNBA MVP Breanna Stewart led the New York Liberty in completing the season series sweep, 3-0, over the Las Vegas Aces in a rematch of last year's WNBA Finals. Although Aces star and reigning WNBA Finals MVP A'ja Wilson missed her first game since 2019 with an ankle injury, …

Phoenix faces Washington after Copper’s 28-point game
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Phoenix faces Washington after Copper’s 28-point game

Associated Press  

Washington Mystics at Phoenix Mercury Phoenix; Thursday, 10 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: Phoenix Mercury takes on the Washington Mystics after Kahleah Copper scored 28 points in the Phoenix Mercury’s 74-66 victory against the Atlanta Dream. Phoenix scores 82.3 points per game, 1.2 fewer points than the 83.5 Washington gives up. LAST 10 GAMES: Mercury: 5-5, averaging 80.0 points, 33.1 rebounds, …

A’ja Wilson has 30 points, 14 rebounds as Aces hand Sky 7th-straight loss 90-71
3 months, 2 weeks ago

A’ja Wilson has 30 points, 14 rebounds as Aces hand Sky 7th-straight loss 90-71

Associated Press  

LAS VEGAS — A’ja Wilson scored 30 points and had 14 rebounds, Chelsea Gray added 13 points and 10 assists and the Las Vegas Aces beat Chicago 90-71 on Tuesday night, handing the Sky their seventh straight loss. Wilson’s eighth game this season with at least 30 points and 10 rebounds helped Las Vegas stay a game up on Seattle …

Emily Engstler scores 19 points, Mystic reserves key 90-86 win over Wings
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Emily Engstler scores 19 points, Mystic reserves key 90-86 win over Wings

Associated Press  

ARLINGTON, Texas — Emily Engstler had a career-high 19 points to lead a dominant performance by the Washington Mystics’ bench in a critical 90-86 win over the Dallas Wings on Tuesday night. Ariel Atkins added 14 points and Julie Vanloo and reserve Shatori Walker-Kimbrough had 11 each for the Mystics, who started the season 0-12. Washington’s bench scored 50 points …

Sparks hold off Liberty rally, knock off top team in WNBA and snap losing streak
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Sparks hold off Liberty rally, knock off top team in WNBA and snap losing streak

LA Times  

It’s been a rough season for the Sparks, and they found themselves in another dogfight on Wednesday, this time against the New York Liberty, the team with the best record in the WNBA. So for us to step back up, especially after the disappointment from Dallas, it just says so much about this team’s character.” Every time Liberty stars Sabrina …

Sparks fall to Wings when outscored 40-18 in fourth quarter
3 months, 4 weeks ago

Sparks fall to Wings when outscored 40-18 in fourth quarter

LA Times  

Sparks forward Rickea Jackson, receiving a pass while defended by Wings forward Satou Sabally, has 25 points in the loss Sunday. Arike Ogunbowale had 33 points, Natasha Howard scored 30 and the Dallas Wings stormed back from a 19-point fourth-quarter deficit to stun the Sparks 113-110 on Sunday. Howard made a layup for Dallas and Ogunbowale followed with two free …

Rickea Jackson and Sparks can’t keep up with Mystics as losing streak continues
4 months ago

Rickea Jackson and Sparks can’t keep up with Mystics as losing streak continues

LA Times  

Sparks rookie Rickea Jackson, shown here controlling the ball against Dallas in July, finished with 17 points in an 80-74 loss to the Washington Mystics on Friday. Brittney Sykes scored a season-high 28 points and Shakira Austin added 14 points and 11 rebounds — her first double-double of the season — to help the Washington Mystics beat the Sparks 80-74 …

Caitlin Clark breaks WNBA rookie assists record as Fever beat Storm 92-75
4 months ago

Caitlin Clark breaks WNBA rookie assists record as Fever beat Storm 92-75

China Daily  

Seattle Storm's Jewell Loyd has her shot blocked by Indiana Fever's Caitlin Clark during the second half of a WNBA basketball game, in Indianapolis, Indiana on August 18, 2024. INDIANAPOLIS — Kelsey Mitchell scored 27 points, Caitlin Clark added 23 points and nine assists, and Lexie Hull scored 12 of her career-high 22 points in the fourth quarter Sunday to …

Sparks can’t hold 10-point lead in fourth quarter, lose to Sky
4 months, 1 week ago

Sparks can’t hold 10-point lead in fourth quarter, lose to Sky

LA Times  

Sky guard Chennedy Carter drives down the lane for a layup against the Sparks on Saturday afternoon at Crypto.com Arena. Lindsay Allen scored 16 points, rookies Kamilla Cardoso and Angel Reese posted double-doubles, and the Chicago Sky rallied in the fourth quarter to beat the Sparks 90-86 on Saturday at Crypto.com Arena, handing Los Angeles its fifth straight loss at …

Caitlin Clark breaks WNBA’s game assists record with 19 in Fever’s loss to Wings
5 months ago

Caitlin Clark breaks WNBA’s game assists record with 19 in Fever’s loss to Wings

Associated Press  

ARLINGTON, Texas — Caitlin Clark smiled and hesitated just long enough for Indiana teammate Aliyah Boston to intercept the answer for what it meant to the rookie to set a WNBA record with 19 assists in a game. Clark’s milestone came in the Fever’s 101-93 loss to the Dallas Wings on Wednesday night in the final game before the month-long …

Sabrina Ionescu, Liberty beat Sky 81-67 as Angel Reese’s double-double streak comes to end
5 months, 1 week ago

Sabrina Ionescu, Liberty beat Sky 81-67 as Angel Reese’s double-double streak comes to end

Associated Press  

CHICAGO — Sabrina Ionescu scored 28 points for New York and the Liberty snapped Angel Reese’s WNBA-record double-double streak at 15 games as they beat the Chicago Sky 81-67 on Saturday. Jonquel Jones added 14 points, nine rebounds and seven assists for New York, which has won three games in row, including a 91-76 win over the Sky on Thursday. …

Sparks snap two-game losing streak with win at Dallas
5 months, 1 week ago

Sparks snap two-game losing streak with win at Dallas

LA Times  

Sparks forward Azura Stevens tries to block a layup by Wings forward Natasha Howard during the first half Saturday in Dallas. Dearica Hamby scored 27 points, rookie Rickea Jackson added a career-high 23 points and the Sparks beat the Dallas Wings 87-81 Saturday in a battle between the WNBA’s cellar dwellers. Azurá Stevens finished with 16 points, eight rebounds, four …

Ionescu, Jones lead New York to 91-76 win over Chicago as Angel Reese extends double-double streak
5 months, 1 week ago

Ionescu, Jones lead New York to 91-76 win over Chicago as Angel Reese extends double-double streak

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Sabrina Ionescu scored 21 points and Jonquel Jones added 18 points and 13 rebounds to help the New York Liberty beat the Chicago Sky 91-76 on Thursday night. AP AUDIO: Ionescu, Jones lead New York to 91-76 win over Chicago as Angel Reese extends double-double streak The Liberty shake off a sluggish first have to beat the …

A’ja Wilson drops 28 to become Las Vegas Aces’ all-time leading scorer in victory over Dallas Wings
5 months, 2 weeks ago

A’ja Wilson drops 28 to become Las Vegas Aces’ all-time leading scorer in victory over Dallas Wings

Associated Press  

LAS VEGAS — A’ja Wilson scored 28 points and became the franchise’s all-time leading scorer Sunday as the Las Vegas Aces beat the Dallas Wings 104-85. We’re going to keep passing it and planting the seeds for the next generation.” Kelsey Plum added 23 points, Jackie Young scored 18 and Chelsea Gray 12 for the Aces. Wilson and Plum had …

Rickea Jackson’s 22 points can’t save Sparks from final-minute fade against Mercury
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Rickea Jackson’s 22 points can’t save Sparks from final-minute fade against Mercury

LA Times  

Phoenix guard Kahleah Copper drives to the basket during the Mercury’s 84-78 victory over the Sparks at Crypto.com Arena on Sunday. Natasha Cloud scored a career-high 31 points as the Mercury overcame the absence of Diana Taurasi to defeat the Sparks 84-78 after a tense fourth-quarter duel Sunday at Crypto.com Arena. I’m worried about playing to our standards, and if …

Sparks snap eight-game losing streak with thrilling overtime win against Aces
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Sparks snap eight-game losing streak with thrilling overtime win against Aces

LA Times  

Sparks rookie forward Rickea Jackson, left, drives against Las Vegas Aces guard Kate Martin during the first half of the Sparks’ 98-93 overtime win Friday at Crypto.com Arena. “They know how much this game means to me.” Las Vegas Aces guard Kelsey Plum celebrates during the first half Friday against the Sparks. Despite Wilson’s 11 points, the Sparks were able …

Dallas visits Washington after Engstler’s 23-point game
6 months ago

Dallas visits Washington after Engstler’s 23-point game

Associated Press  

Dallas Wings at Washington Mystics Washington; Sunday, 3 p.m. EDT BETMGM SPORTSBOOK: LINE Wings -1; over/under is 161 BOTTOM LINE: Washington Mystics hosts the Dallas Wings after Emily Engstler scored 23 points in the Washington Mystics’ 97-69 win against the Dallas Wings. Dallas averages 79.4 points per game, 2.4 fewer than the 81.8 Washington gives up. LAST 10 GAMES: Mystics: …

WNBA rookie rankings: How will the Sparks move forward after Cameron Brink’s injury?
6 months ago

WNBA rookie rankings: How will the Sparks move forward after Cameron Brink’s injury?

New York Times  

Read the latest edition of The Athletic’s WNBA rookie rankings NEW YORK — Amid a stretch of nine games in 18 days, the Los Angeles Sparks were dealt a crushing blow. But beyond any stats — Brink averaged 7.5 points and 5.3 rebounds in 22 minutes per game — Miller said the Sparks will have to go without the 22-year-old …

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