Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles
10:00 PM EDT
KFAA / WNBA League Pass
Matchup Overview
The Sparks host the Wings in a Western Conference clash with postseason implications for Los Angeles. Dallas, already eliminated from playoff contention, enters the game looking to disrupt and develop, while the Sparks aim to tighten their grip on a potential playoff berth.
Season Series: Sparks lead 2-0
June 6: Sparks 93, Wings 79
August 15: Sparks 97, Wings 96
Team Trends
Los Angeles Sparks (16-18)
Last 10 Games: 6-4
PPG: 91.8
FG%: 47.5%
Key Players:
Kelsey Plum: 20.4 PPG, 6.1 APG
Dearica Hamby: 19.1 PPG over last 10 games
The Sparks are scoring efficiently but have struggled defensively, allowing 93.5 PPG over their last 10. Plum and Hamby continue to lead the charge, with Hamby coming off a 26-point outing against Washington.
Dallas Wings (9-26)
Last 10 Games: 2-8
PPG: 83.0
FG%: 43.1%
Key Players:
Paige Bueckers: 18.8 PPG, 5.4 APG, 1.7 SPG
Maddy Siegrist: Averaging 14.8 PPG since return from injury
Dallas is in developmental mode, with rookies like Bueckers chasing franchise milestones. Siegrist’s recent surge adds scoring depth, but the Wings have struggled to contain opponents, allowing 91.1 PPG.
Injury Report
| Team | Player | Status |
| Wings | Tyasha Harris | Out (knee) |
| Wings | Arike Ogunbowale | Out (knee) |
| Wings | Paige Bueckers | Probable (back) |
| Wings | Aziaha James | Probable (foot) |
| Sparks | No injuries listed |
X-Factors & Storylines
Sparks’ Playoff Push: A win keeps LA in the hunt and builds momentum heading into September.
Bueckers’ Record Watch: Just two assists shy of breaking the Wings’ rookie assist record.
Siegrist’s Emergence: Her post-injury scoring burst could be a blueprint for Dallas’s future rotation.
Three-Point Battle: Sparks average 9.0 made threes per game, nearly matching Dallas’s allowance of 9.2.
GAME ODDS
Dallas Wings 180.5
Los Angeles Sparks – 7.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Tuesday, August 19, 2025
