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The Los Angeles Sparks are at home Thursday night as they host the Golden State Valkyries in a Western Conference showdown. Los Angeles enters Thursday’s contest with a 16-27 record after losing on the road to the Las Vegas Aces Tuesday night.

WNBA News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / September 23

Dearica Hamby upgraded on Sparks’ injury report for Valkyries clash

The Los Angeles Sparks have one game remaining on their regular season schedule, at home against the Golden State Valkyries on Thursday in what will serve as Nneka Ogwumike’s retirement sendoff, and a celebration of the franchise’s 2016 WNBA championship.

Los Angeles Sparks News / Athlon Sports / September 22

Final Injury Report for Sparks-Aces: Will Dearica Hamby, Cameron Brink Play?

The Los Angeles Sparks are on the road Tuesday night as they travel to take on the Las Vegas Aces in a Western Conference matchup. Los Angeles enters Tuesday’s game with a 16-26 record after defeating the Portland Fire at home in dominant fashion Sunday night.

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WNBA News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / September 21

Cameron Brink, Dearica Hamby ruled out for Aces clash on lengthy Sparks injury report

The Los Angeles Sparks have only two games remaining in the season, with one road game on Tuesday as they visit the Las Vegas Aces, and head coach Lynne Roberts wants the team finish the year strong.

WNBA News / EssentiallySports / September 5

Martina Navratilova Has a Silent Reaction to Medical Device Company Firing an Employee Over Indecent Behavior With WNBA All-Star Dearica Hamby

At a time when WNBA players continue to face abuse that goes far beyond criticism of their performances, Dearica Hamby’s decision to speak out has resulted in something the players have been demanding for years: accountability.

WNBA News / Total Pro Sports / September 4

Worker Fired After Sending Disgusting Racist Texts To WNBA Star

Dearica Hamby posted a screenshot. The text hit her phone after an ejection. Two days later, the sender lost his job. The Los Angeles Sparks forward went out of a game on August 22.

Los Angeles Sparks News / EssentiallySports / September 3

Medical Device Company Fires Employee Over Inappropriate Social Media Exchange Involving LA Sparks Star Dearica Hamby

Think sending racist abuse to WNBA players has no consequences? Think again. One man targeted Dearica Hamby with a vile message, and now he is out of a job.

Los Angeles Sparks News / HITC / August 27

WNBA fan who sent Dearica Hamby a racist message reportedly suspended from work

Los Angeles Sparks star Dearica Hamby shared a deeply racist text she was sent. Now, it seems the fan who sent it is facing a suspension at work while his company investigates.

WNBA News / EssentiallySports / August 23

Dearica Hamby Handed Ejection After Being Assessed a Flagrant 2 Foul for Contact to Raegan Beers’ Face

Dearica Hamby’s was ejected early after the forward’s hand connected with an opponent’s jaw during the Los Angeles Sparks’ latest showdown as the Sparks ended a six-game skid.

WNBA News / Field Level Media / August 6

With fourth-quarter rally, Sparks snap Lynx's 10-game win streak

Dearica Hamby scored 16 points and grabbed nine rebounds and the Los Angeles Sparks rallied for an 89-82 win, snapping the Minnesota Lynx's 10-game winning streak on Thursday night in Minneapolis.

Los Angeles Sparks News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / July 22

Dearica Hamby‘s rejuvenating mindset for Sparks’ WNBA All-Star reset

LOS ANGELES – The WNBA All-Star break couldn’t have come at a better time for the Los Angeles Sparks. After an 86-82 loss to the Phoenix Mercury dropped

Los Angeles Sparks News / HerSportsNation / July 2

Can the Sparks Maintain Playoff Hopes Without Kelsey Plum? Dearica Hamby Addresses Defensive Identity

With Kelsey Plum sidelined for at least four weeks, the LA Sparks’ playoff window just narrowed, and their defensive struggles are under the spotlight.

Los Angeles Sparks News / Field Level Media / May 22

Dearica Hamby (27 points, 15 rebounds) steers Sparks past Mercury

Dearica Hamby posted season highs of 27 points and 15 rebounds as the Los Angeles Sparks prevailed in their first road game of the season, beating the Phoenix Mercury 97-88 on Thursday night.

Los Angeles Sparks News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / May 16

Kelsey Plum, Dearica Hamby sound off on ‘pick your poison’ attack

LOS ANGELES – A three-game losing streak is not something a team wants to start off a new season, and the Los Angeles Sparks kept that from happening, grabbing a 99-95 win against the Toronto Tempo on Friday.

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WNBA News / Dice City Sports / April 30

Aces Countdown: No. 9 in franchise history, Dearica Hamby

Today is Thursday, April 30, and nine days remain until the Las Vegas Aces open the 2026 season. At Dice City Sports, we are counting down to opening tip as the defending champs chase a fourth championship in five years while we rank the top 14 players in franchise history.

WNBA News / Yardbarker / April 20

Five WNBA players to watch in 2026

As the league celebrates its 30th year, here is our list of five players who will define the 2026 season.

Paige Bueckers sets the record straight on her overseas trip

Sophie Cunningham addresses decision against Caitlin Clark

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Los Angeles Sparks News / Field Level Media / April 11

Report: Dearica Hamby re-signing with Sparks

Three-time All-Star forward Dearica Hamby is finalizing a three-year, fully guaranteed contract to remain with the Los Angeles Sparks, ESPN reported on Saturday.

WNBA News / Los Angeles Sparks on SI / November 4

Dearica Hamby, Sparks Deliver Message to Dodgers After Back-to-Back World Series

On Nov. 1, the MLB's Los Angeles Dodgers officially became back-to-back World Series Champions — after a 5-4, 11-inning thriller over the Toronto Blue Jays.

Los Angeles Sparks News / Los Angeles Sparks on SI / October 13, 2025

Sparks Notes: LA Star Reflects on WNBA Finals, Dearica Hamby on $150 Million Facility

Los Angeles Sparks legend Candace Parker retired from professional basketball last year after spending 13 illustrious seasons with the purple and gold, while helping L.A.

Los Angeles Sparks News / Los Angeles Sparks on SI / October 10, 2025

Sparks Notes: LA Star to Play for Unrivaled, Dearica Hamby Reacts to New Facility

Los Angeles Sparks' star forward Azurá Stevens will play her second straight season for Unrivaled this winter, per a recent announcement. After playing for the Rose Basketball Club last year, Unrivaled welcomes Stevens back in 2026.

Los Angeles Sparks News / Athlon Sports / August 23, 2025

WNBA star part of her college's Hall of Fame class of 2026

The Sparks star has reason to celebrate.

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Los Angeles Sparks News / Total Apex Sports / August 15, 2025

Dearica Hamby Shows Why She’s the Sparks’ Unsung Hero While Everyone Else Focuses on the Drama

Let’s be real for a second – while everyone’s busy obsessing over WNBA controversies and social media feuds, Dearica Hamby has been quietly carrying the Los Angeles Sparks on her back like she’s auditioning for a superhero movie.

Los Angeles Sparks News / Field Level Media / July 22, 2025

Dearica Hamby takes over late as Sparks handle Mystics

Dearica Hamby made three key baskets in the final four minutes and finished with 24 points and 14 rebounds as the Los Angeles Sparks beat the host Washington Mystics 93-86 on Tuesday night to push their winning streak to three games.

Los Angeles Sparks News / Field Level Media / October 2, 2024

Sparks F Dearica Hamby wins Sportsmanship Award

Forward Dearica Hamby of the Los Angeles Sparks won the 2024 Kim Perrot Sportsmanship Award, the WNBA announced on Wednesday. Hamby, 30, is a first-time recipient of the award, named for the late Kim Perrot, who succumbed to cancer in August 1999 after helping the Houston Comets win the WNBA title in 1997 and 1998.

Olympics News / Yardbarker / August 2, 2024

Why does the U.S. 3x3 basketball team lack star power?

The USA men's and women's 3x3 Olympic basketball teams dropped to 0-2 following losses to Serbia (22-14) and Germany (17-3) on Wednesday. With both now in danger of failing to make it out of pool play, many have wondered how they got here.

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Los Angeles Sparks News / Larry Brown Sports / June 24, 2024