Jul 20, 2024; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Team WNBA guard Caitlin Clark (22) against USA Women's National Team player Kelsey Plum (5) at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Sparks Notes: Kelsey Plum Shares 'Assassin' Mindset, Former LA Guard Replaces Caitlin Clark on WNBA All-Star Team

Originally posted on Los Angeles Sparks on SI
By Ben Geffner | Last updated Jul 17, 2025 4:00 PM ET

Amidst a streaky Los Angeles Sparks' winning streak before the WNBA All-Star break, star guard Kelsey Plum spoke on her personal scoring and playmaking mindset — detailing how she was able to contribute so well offensively.

"[I] was just trying to be patient and ... be like an assassin and strike," Plum said.

Indiana's Caitlin Clark will not participate in Saturday's WNBA All-Star Game due to a groin injury suffered earlier this week, she announced in a team statement on Thursday. Brittney Sykes, a former Sparks' guard, will replace the Fever star on Team Clark.

Here’s all the latest Sparks news and stories (click the headline for the full article):

Kelsey Plum Shares 'Assassin' Mindset Following Dominant Sparks' Win

Recently-Released Sparks Guard Signs With Dallas Wings to Join Paige Bueckers

Caitlin Clark Replaced on WNBA All-Star Team By Former Sparks Guard

Sparks Set Wild Season-High in Win Over Mystics

Sparks’ Kelsey Plum Makes Major Announcement

Sparks' Cameron Brink Reacts to WNBA All-Star Snubs

Sparks' Kelsey Plum, Rickea Jackson Break Records in Win Over Sun

Sparks' Cameron Brink's Return Date Tentatively Set For 'Late July'

Sparks' Kelsey Plum Speaks on Difficulties Adjusting to New-Look Backcourt

Sparks Tweets of the Day:

The scene at https://t.co/mVMp9tVJuW Arena after the Sparks beat the Mystics, 99-80.

LA claims its first set of back-to-back wins this season — heading into the WNBA All-Star Break on a high note.

Hamby led with 26 points. Jackson and Plum added 22 and 20, respectively. pic.twitter.com/clZgqoMY6A
— Ben Geffner (@BenGeffner) July 16, 2025

Dearica Hamby on the Sparks’ playoff chances:

“We’ll continue to build … anything can happen.”

She scored a game-high 26 points tonight vs the Mystics in LA’s second consecutive home win.
— Ben Geffner (@BenGeffner) July 16, 2025

Rickea Jackson converts on a WILD baseline and-one layup.

Sparks on a tear to close the first half over the Mystics. Plum and Jackson have combined for 22 points already. pic.twitter.com/zLm7WumiTd
— LA Sports Report (@LA_SportsReport) July 16, 2025

Kelsey Plum will participate in this year’s WNBA All-Star 3-Point Contest in Indiana — her first time appearing in the event since 2022.

The Sparks’ guard ranks 15th in league history in made threes (539) and is tied for second in 2025 with 50 made triples. pic.twitter.com/NfD61yIh7z
— Ben Geffner (@BenGeffner) July 15, 2025

FINAL — Sparks: 92, Sun: 88

LA survives a late Connecticut comeback to claim its first home win in nearly two months. Plum and Stevens combined for 44 points in the victory.

Jackson and Hamby added 19 and 17, respectively. pic.twitter.com/WhOgHhgQOb
— Ben Geffner (@BenGeffner) July 14, 2025

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