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Los Angeles Sparks News / Swish Appeal / September 25
Los Angeles Sparks part ways with head coach Lynne Roberts after two seasons with no playoff appearances 
The Los Angeles Sparks wasted no time entering the WNBA offseason. On Friday, the team announced they “have parted ways” with head coach Lynne Roberts.
Los Angeles Sparks News / The Spun / September 25
Sparks Coach Lynne Roberts Fired Right After Regular-Season Finale
The Los Angeles Sparks are ready to move on from the Lynne Roberts era. Roberts, 51, was hired by the Sparks in November of 2024. Although she only went 21-23 in her first season, Los Angeles was hopeful she’d take that next step in 2026.
The 'WNBA 20-point, 10-assist games' quiz
How many of the 24 WNBA players to score 20 points and dish out 10 assists in the same game multiple time can you name in five minutes?
WNBA News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / September 25
How Nneka Ogwumike’s final act of accountability sums up HOF career
LOS ANGELES – When the dust had cleared and the sting from the Los Angeles Sparks’ heartbreaking 76-75 loss to the Golden State Valkyries in the season finale had settled down a bit, Nneka Oguwmike stood before the home crowd and took accountability.
Los Angeles Sparks News / HerSportsNation / September 25
Nneka Ogwumike bids emotional farewell in final LA Sparks game
Nneka Ogwumike, the forward for the Los Angeles Sparks and 2016 WNBA MVP, ended her 15-year career by achieving her 19th double-double, setting a new franchise record for a single season.
Los Angeles Sparks News / EssentiallySports / September 25
HC Lynne Roberts Points to Troubling ‘Reality’ When Asked About Her Future With LA Sparks
Yet another lackluster season for the Los Angeles Sparks comes to an end. And while Sparks legend Nneka Ogwumike’s retirement may have clouded the cracks in the team recently, the franchise’s 16-27 record suggests there needs to be great improvement come next season.
Los Angeles Sparks News / Swish Appeal / September 25
How the Los Angeles Sparks celebrated Nneka Ogwumike in the final game of her WNBA career
The Los Angeles Sparks’ regular-season finale against the the Golden State Valkyries was less about the result and more of a celebration of Nneka Ogwumike.
Los Angeles Sparks News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / September 25
Sparks’ Nneka Ogwumike gives emotional farewell speech after final game
There was not a dry eye at Crypto.com Arena on Thursday when Los Angeles Sparks forward Nneka Ogwumike delivered her farewell speech after playing her final game in the WNBA.
Los Angeles Sparks News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / September 24
Sparks players pay tribute to Nneka Ogwumike before final WNBA game
Every great career eventually reaches its final game, and for Los Angeles Sparks forward Nneka Ogwumike, that moment has arrived. On Thursday, she suited up against the Golden State Valkyries to close out her legendary journey in the WNBA.
Los Angeles Sparks News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / September 24
Exclusive: Cameron Brink’s heartfelt sentiment ahead of Nneka Ogwumike’s final Sparks game
When Los Angeles Sparks star Nneka Ogwumike first announced her retirement plans back in mid-August, it seemed like it was so far away. But that moment has finally arrived as the Sparks face off against the Golden State Valkyries in their season finale on Thursday.
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.
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.
Lisa Leslie News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / September 21
Lisa Leslie reveals why she wants to be remembered for more than basketball
LOS ANGELES – The 2026 WNBA season may not have gone the way the Los Angeles Sparks hoped it would, but they’re looking to end the year on a high note.
Nneka Ogwumike News / Field Level Media / September 20
Nneka Ogwumike reaches 8,000 career points in Sparks’ win over Fire
Nneka Ogwumike became just the fourth player in WNBA history to reach 8,000 career points on Sunday as the Los Angeles Sparks rolled over the visiting Portland Fire 105-84.
Los Angeles Sparks News / EssentiallySports / September 19
'L’Oreal Red': Lisa Leslie Reveals the Iconic Personal Detail Built Into Her Historic Los Angeles Statue
A statue celebrating four Olympic gold medals and a legendary WNBA career already has plenty of reasons to stand out. But Lisa Leslie has revealed one detail on her new Los Angeles monument that fans might not immediately expect: its lips are painted L’Oréal red.
Los Angeles Sparks News / HITC / September 19
WNBA’s Rae Burrell reveals the basic way NBA players slide into her DMs
Having a max contract doesn’t mean you have smooth game, as Sparks guard Rae Burrell recently made very clear. On the floor, Rae Burrell has quietly put together the best season of her WNBA career.
WNBA News / Larry Brown Sports / September 18
Video shows Paige Bueckers cursing at an opponent
Paige Bueckers certainly has no problem returning fire at the opposition.
Los Angeles Sparks News / HITC / September 18
Nneka Ogwumike reveals ‘first thing’ she would change as WNBA commissioner
Nneka Ogwumike laid out her top priority for leading the WNBA, should she be appointed as the next commissioner. As speculation grows around who will replace Cathy Engelbert as WNBA commissioner, WNBPA president Nneka Ogwumike has emerged as a serious candidate in the conversation.
Los Angeles Sparks News / HerSportsNation / September 17
Nneka Ogwumike shares frustration over WNBA’s growing popularity
The WNBA has broken viewer records by reaching 88.5 million unique viewers prior to the All-Star break; this is more than all of 2025. However, for forward Nneka Ogwumike of the Los Angeles Sparks, it does not necessarily mean recognition for her game.
Los Angeles Sparks News / Women's Fastbreak on SI / September 16
Lynne Roberts Shares How Cameron Brink Can ‘Unlock a New Level’ With Sparks
Cameron Brink played some good basketball before the World Cup break. She scored in double digits in three consecutive games, grabbed at least five rebounds in all of those matches, and totaled nine blocks.
WNBA News / Hoops Rumors / September 4
Sixers Executive Ariana Andonian Named L.A. Sparks’ GM
Sixers executive vice president of player personnel Ariana Andonian has been hired by the Los Angeles Sparks to be the WNBA team’s new general manager, the Sparks announced Friday in a press release.
Los Angeles Sparks News / Athlon Sports / September 2
Kate Martin Makes New Career Decision After Leaving Los Angeles Sparks
Kate Martin’s 2026 season has been a frustrating one. After establishing herself as a reliable role player with the Golden State Valkyries last season, Martin was waived before the start of this season and later landed with the Los Angeles Sparks on a developmental contract.
WNBA News / Larry Brown Sports / August 31
USA Basketball announces unfortunate updates on A’ja Wilson, Kelsey Plum
Team USA will be flying to Berlin for the 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup without two of the biggest WNBA stars today. On Monday, USA Basketball
Los Angeles Sparks News / Larry Brown Sports / August 26
Cameron Brink takes a profane shot at Enes Kanter Freedom
Cameron Brink is not in Enes Kanter Freedom’s corner.
NBA News / Yardbarker / August 21
Dream star Angel Reese makes WNBA history with perfect 20-10 performance
Angel Reese made WNBA history Thursday night with a stat line unlike anything the league had seen. Facing the Los Angeles Sparks, the Atlanta Dream forward
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