Los Angeles Sparks

LOS ANGELES, CA - SEPTEMBER 15: Chelsea Gray #12 of Los Angeles Sparks talks with the media after the game against the Seattle Storm during Game 1 of the 2019 WNBA playoffs on September 15, 2019 at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, California NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Adam Pantozzi/NBAE via Getty Images)

Chelsea Gray gives an assist off the court

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Four paths for the Los Angeles Sparks general manager opening

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BOSTON, MA - SEPTEMBER 17: Courtney Williams #10 of the Connecticut Sun handles the ball against the Los Angeles Sparks on September 17, 2019 at the Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Connecticut. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Brian Babineau/NBAE via Getty Images)

Takeaways: Connecticut Sun defeat Los Angeles Sparks in Game 1

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LOS ANGELES, CA - SEPTEMBER 8: Nneka Ogwumike #30 of the Los Angeles Sparks signs autographs after the game against the Minnesota Lynx on September 8, 2019 at STAPLES Center in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Adam Pantozzi/NBAE via Getty Images)

Nneka Ogwumike wins the WNBA’s 2019 sportsmanship award

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LOS ANGELES, CA - SEPTEMBER 03: Los Angeles Sparks guard Sydney Wiese #24 during the Atlanta Dream vs Los Angeles Sparks game on September 03, 2019, at Staples Center in Los Angeles, CA. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Consistency is the key for Sydney Wiese, Los Angeles Sparks

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LOS ANGELES, CA - AUGUST 1: Marina Mabrey #5, Sydney Wiese #24, and Kalani Brown #21 of the Los Angeles Sparks pose for a photo before the game against the Las Vegas Aces on August 1, 2019 at STAPLES Center in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Andrew D. Bernstein/NBAE via Getty Images)

Sparks bench players stay ready for postseason push

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LOS ANGELES, CA - SEPTEMBER 3: Chelsea Gray #12 of Los Angeles Sparks reacts during the game against the Atlanta Dream on September 3, 2019 at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Adam Pantozzi/NBAE via Getty Images)

Los Angeles Sparks prepare for final stretch before postseason

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INDIANAPOLIS, IN - AUGUST 29: Chelsea Gray #12 of the Los Angeles Sparks handles the ball during the game against the Indiana Fever on August 29, 2019 at the Bankers Life Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Ron Hoskins/NBAE via Getty Images)

Chelsea Gray’s career-high 30 points led the Sparks to a key road victory

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WASHINGTON, DC - AUGUST 27: Elena Delle Donne #11 of the Washington Mystics blocks the shot by Nneka Ogwumike #30 of the Los Angeles Sparks during the game on August 27, 2019 at the St. Elizabeths East Entertainment and Sports Arena in Washington, DC. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Ned Dishman/NBAE via Getty Images)

Takeaways: Washington Mystics crush Los Angeles Sparks in matchup of top-3 teams

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LOS ANGELES, CA - AUGUST 25: Nneka Ogwumike #30 of the Los Angeles Sparks introduced prior to the game against the Connecticut Sun on August 25, 2019 at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, California NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Adam Pantozzi/NBAE via Getty Images)

Nneka Ogwumike leads Los Angeles to victory over Connecticut

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CHICAGO, IL - AUGUST 16: Nneka Ogwumike #30 of the Los Angeles Sparks goes to the basket against the Chicago Sky on August 16, 2019 at the Wintrust Arena, in Chicago, Illinois. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Gary Dineen/NBAE via Getty Images)

Los Angeles Sparks doomed by third straight slow start, fall to Chicago Sky

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LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - AUGUST 01: Guard Alexis Jones #1 of the Los Angeles Sparks handles the ball defended by forward Dearica Hamby #5 of the Las Vegas Aces at Staples Center on August 01, 2019 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Meg Oliphant/Getty Images)

Alexis Jones is thriving in Los Angeles

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WNBA names Players, Coach of the Month for July

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Play-by-play breakdown: Karlie Samuelson’s performance on Ryan’s Mystery Playdate

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LOS ANGELES, CA - JUNE 30: Los Angeles Sparks guard Marina Mabrey #5 during the Chicago Sky versus the Los Angeles Sparks game on June 30, 2019, at Staples Center in Los Angeles, CA. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

This is my kitchen: Marina Mabrey using clothing line to reject online sexism

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LOS ANGELES, CA - JUNE 30: Riquna Williams #2 high-fives Candace Parker #3 of the Los Angeles Sparks against the Chicago Sky on June 30, 2019 at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, California NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Adam Pantozzi/NBAE via Getty Images)

Chiney Ogwumike, Derek Fisher talk Riquna Williams suspension

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LOS ANGELES, CA - JUNE 30: Los Angeles Sparks guard Riquna Williams #2 during the Chicago Sky versus the Los Angeles Sparks game on June 30, 2019, at Staples Center in Los Angeles, CA. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Los Angeles Sparks guard Riquna Williams suspended 10 games

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LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 27: Chiney Ogwumike #13 of the Los Angeles Sparks handles the ball against the Las Vegas Aces during a WNBA basketball game at Staples Center on June 27, 2019 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Leon Bennett/Getty Images)

The Sparks frontcourt depth is being revealed once again

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LOS ANGELES, CA - JULY 07: Los Angeles Sparks guard Chelsea Gray #12 being guarded by Washington Mystics guard Kristi Toliver #20 during the Washington Mystics vs Los Angeles Sparks game on July 07, 2019, at Staples Center in Los Angeles, CA. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Los Angeles showcased its overwhelming individual talent against the Mystics

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LOS ANGELES, CA - JUNE 30: Los Angeles Sparks guard Riquna Williams #2 during the Chicago Sky versus the Los Angeles Sparks game on June 30, 2019, at Staples Center in Los Angeles, CA. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Agent: League seeking to suspend Riquna Williams

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LOS ANGELES, CA - JUNE 30: Kalani Brown #21 high-fives Candace Parker #3 of the Los Angeles Sparks during the game against the Chicago Sky on June 30, 2019 at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, California NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Adam Pantozzi/NBAE via Getty Images)

How have the Los Angeles Sparks turned things around?

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LOS ANGELES, CA - JUNE 18: Los Angeles Sparks forward Candace Parker #3 during the Washington Mystic vs Los Angeles Sparks game on June 18, 2019, at Staples Center in Los Angeles, CA. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

How Los Angeles Sparks learned from Candace Parker’s return

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LOS ANGELES, CA - JUNE 15: Candace Parker #3 of the Los Angeles Sparks smiles before the game against the New York Liberty on June 15, 2019 at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, California NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Juan Ocampo/NBAE via Getty Images)

Candace Parker to make season debut for Sparks Tuesday

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PHOENIX, AZ - MAY 31: Brittney Griner #42 of Phoenix Mercury celebrates after the game against the Las Vegas Aces on May 31, 2019 at the Talking Stick Resort Arena in Phoenix, Arizona. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Barry Gossage/NBAE via Getty Images)

‘Better team’ won: L.A. Sparks defeat Phoenix Mercury on Pride Night

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UNCASVILLE, CT - JUN 06: Los Angeles Sparks guard Tierra Ruffin-Pratt (10) defends Connecticut Sun guard Jasmine Thomas (5) during a WNBA game between Los Angeles Sparks and Connecticut Sun on June 6, 2019, at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, CT. (Photo by M. Anthony Nesmith/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Tierra Ruffin-Pratt’s journey out west

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WHITE PLAINS, NY- JUNE 4: Riquna Williams #2 of the Los Angeles Sparks handles the ball against the New York Liberty on June 4, 2019 at the Westchester County Center, in White Plains, New York. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Matteo Marchi/NBAE via Getty Images)

While WNBA investigates Riquna Williams, hear from her accuser and witnesses

Howard Megdal
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