Los Angeles Sparks

Los Angeles Sparks big Nneka Ogwumike releases a three-pointer from the slot off her fingertips, as Connecticut Sun big wing Jonquel Jones jumps towards her with an outstretched arm to try to block the shot

Daily Briefing — July 22, 2022: The WNBA playoff race heats up

By Em Adler / July 22, 2022

Aces get the ship righted, Liberty sink farther

Los Angeles Sparks forward Nneka Ogwumike dribbles with her left hand as a Connecticut Sun defender stands about an arm's length away.

Nneka Ogwumike reaches 5,000 career points mark

By David Mendez-Yapkowitz / July 15, 2022

The bounce-back season continues for the former MVP as she achieves yet another milestone while in a Sparks jersey.

Diana Taurasi stands at the slot while looking across the court with the ball held behind her upcourt hip, as Washington Mystics off-ball guard Alysha Clark crouches in a defensive stance directly in front of her with a hand in front of Taurasi to obstruct a possible pass

Daily Briefing — July 15, 2022: THE OLD AND THE RECKLESS — Diana Taurasi continues flagrant streak

By Em Adler / July 15, 2022

The Aces made small Liberty fans cry on camp day

Chicago Sky forward/center Candace Parker walks up the court while flashing the "three" symbol with both hands. Sky wing Kahleah Copper walks up confidently behind her, and Las Vegas Aces players walk away from them towards the bench for a huddle.

Daily Briefing — July 12, 2022: Second-half predictions from The Next staff

By Em Adler / July 12, 2022

It’s always Han Xu O’Clock somewhere

Los Angeles Sparks guards Jordin Canada (21) and Lexie Brown (4) stand next to each other during a game against the Connecticut Sun at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Conn., on May 14, 2022. (Photo credit: Chris Poss)

Los Angeles Sparks optimistic heading into the All-Star break

By David Mendez-Yapkowitz / July 9, 2022

After a rough start to the season, the Sparks have seemingly turned things around

Brittney Griner is pictured in purple and orange Phoenix Mercury jersey, wearing the number 42.

Daily Briefing — July 5, 2022: ‘Please don’t forget about me’: Brittney Griner sends letter directly appealing to the White House

By Isabel Rodrigues / July 5, 2022

Big night for the Sparks

Minnesota Lynx off-ball guard Aerial Powers stands behind the hoop, looking out towards the crowd, with her right hand out and above her head, pointing to the ground to indicate an and-one

Daily Briefing — July 4, 2022: GOLD LYNX — Aerial Powers’ career-high leads Minnesota wallop of Las Vegas on thrilling Sunday

By Em Adler / July 4, 2022

AP scores 32 on the night Minnesota retires #32

Las Vegas Aces forwards Dearica Hamby and A'ja Wilson talk on the court during a preseason game against the Minnesota Lynx at Target Center in Minneapolis, Minn., on May 1, 2022. (Photo credit: John McClellan | The Next)

Daily Briefing — July 2, 2022: All-Star Prep Academy

By Isabel Rodrigues / July 2, 2022

Newly crowned All-Star starters and reserves alike make noise ahead of Saturday’s Selection Special

Las Vegas Aces point guard Kelsey Plum drives past midcourt, past Minnesota Lynx combo guard Yvonne Anderson

Daily Briefing — June 28, 2022: Please enjoy these Kelsey Plum and A’ja Wilson highlights

By Em Adler / June 28, 2022

Taurasi scores a season-high 27

Washington Mystics forward/guard Elena Delle Donne waves to the crowd near the Mystics' bench after scoring her 4,000th career point. Teammate Natasha Cloud eggs the crowd on with one hand, and Shakira Austin celebrates nearby.

Daily Briefing — June 26, 2022: UNDERDOG DAYS — Upsets take hold across the WNBA

By Isabel Rodrigues / June 26, 2022

Aces come up short and Sparks make it rain