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Social media recap/by the numbers: Lynx hold off Sparks, 67-65 in Western conference semifinal game one

The Minnesota Lynx survived a late-game rally to beat the Los Angeles Sparks 67-65 in the first game of the Western conference semifinal series between the two teams. Maya Moore had a career playoff high…

Dishin & Swishin 9/17/15 Podcast: Breaking down the conference semifinals with Lin Dunn and  Chiney Ogwumike

Dishin & Swishin 9/17/15 Podcast: Breaking down the conference semifinals with Lin Dunn and Chiney Ogwumike

[display_podcast] Click here to subscribe to the podcast with your feed reader or podcast app: j.mp/dishinpodcast. Available on iTunes, Player FM, Acast (iOS, Android) and Podcast Addict (Android). The roundtable discussions are some of the most popular and listened to shows…

Lisa Leslie inducted into Naismith Hall of Fame

Lisa Leslie inducted into Naismith Hall of Fame

A Look Back At Lisa Leslie’s Historic Career Lisa Leslie Charts Path for Others Video: Leslie Throws Down WNBA’s First Dunk From the Naismith Hall of Fame: Leslie is an eight-time WNBA All-Star (1999-03, 2005,…

Sparks sign veteran center Michelle Snow

With starting center Marianna Tolo out for the rest of the season, the playoff-bound Los Angeles Sparks signed center Michelle Snow.  The 12-year WNBA veteran spent the 2014-15 season playing in Turkey where she averaged 14.9…

Countdown to the playoffs: WNBA results for Sunday, Sept. 6, 2015

Current Standings Final 1 2 3 4 Tot  Washington Mystics (16-15) 21 14 12 20 67  >>Atlanta Dream (13-18) 26 15 18 14 73 Notes Following today Atlanta needs wins in each of its last…

Ogwumike returns and Sparks overcome 15-point deficit to defeat Mystics, remain in playoff hunt

Ogwumike returns and Sparks overcome 15-point deficit to defeat Mystics, remain in playoff hunt

The Los Angeles Sparks (13-18) overcome a 15-point deficit to defeat the Washington Mystics 93-91 at Staples Center Thursday night. It was the largest comeback of the season for the Sparks. They outshot the Mystics…

Dishin & Swishin 9/03/15 Podcast: As she prepares for her 500th WNBA game, DeLisha Milton-Jones looks back

Dishin & Swishin 9/03/15 Podcast: As she prepares for her 500th WNBA game, DeLisha Milton-Jones looks back

  [display_podcast] Click here to subscribe to the podcast with your feed reader or podcast app: j.mp/dishinpodcast. Available on iTunes, Player FM, Acast (iOS, Android) and Podcast Addict (Android). In her 17th season in the WNBA, Atlanta Dream forward DeLisha Milton-Jones…

Countdown to the playoffs: WNBA results for 8/30/15

[Current standings] Tulsa Shock 76, Indiana Fever 70 Attendance: 4,512 Tulsa Odyssey Sims 30 points, 5 assists Karima Christmas 18 points, 4 rebounds Plenette Pierson 11 points Indiana Tamika Catchings 22 points, 13 rebounds By…

Los Angeles Sparks center Marianna Tolo to undergo ACL reconstruction surgery, no timetable on return

From the team: Los Angeles Sparks center Marianna Tolo will undergo ACL reconstruction surgery in her left knee,  it was announced today by executive vice president and general manager Penny Toler.  A timetable for her return…

Dabovic makes winning shot as Sparks break the Fever, 81-79, win third straight

Dabovic makes winning shot as Sparks break the Fever, 81-79, win third straight

The Los Angeles Sparks (11-17) knocked off the Indiana Fever, 81-79, Wednesday night at Bankers Life Fieldhouse, for three straight victories. The win also broke the Fever’s six-game win streak and solidified the Sparks’ fourth…

Sparks continue playoff push with 76-64 win over Chicago

Sparks continue playoff push with 76-64 win over Chicago

The Los Angeles Sparks (8-16) continued their march to a playoff berth with a 76-64 win over the Chicago Sky (15-11) Sunday evening. The victory marked the first time the Sparks beat an Eastern Conference…

Storm sweep season series with Sparks, earn 85-77 road win at Los Angeles

Storm sweep season series with Sparks, earn 85-77 road win at Los Angeles

The Seattle Storm (6-17) defeated the Los Angeles Sparks (7-16) for the fourth time this season, 85-77, at Staples Center Tuesday night. The Sparks looked in control in the first half and built a 24-13 lead…

Los Angeles wins fourth straight, routs Tulsa 84-57

Los Angeles wins fourth straight, routs Tulsa 84-57

The Los Angeles Sparks (7-14) dominated the Tulsa Shock, 84-57, Thursday night at Staples Center for a fourth straight victory. The 27-point advantage was the largest margin of victory this season for the Sparks. For the…

Dishin & Swishin 08/06/15 Podcast: WNBA newcomers include surprising Rookie of the Year frontrunners

Dishin & Swishin 08/06/15 Podcast: WNBA newcomers include surprising Rookie of the Year frontrunners

[display_podcast] Click here to subscribe to the podcast with your feed reader or podcast app: j.mp/dishinpodcast. Available on iTunes, Player FM, Acast (iOS, Android) and Podcast Addict (Android). WNBA fans are spoiled when it comes to rookie. Check out this list…

Los Angeles continues streak with win over Minnesota, Candace Parker in control

The Los Angeles Sparks (6-14) continued their winning ways Tuesday night, winning a third consecutive game with an 83-61 victory over Minnesota (15-5), the top team in the league. The 22-point win marked the largest margin of…

Sparks hold off Stars for 2nd straight road win, climb out of last place in the West

Sparks hold off Stars for 2nd straight road win, climb out of last place in the West

The Los Angeles Sparks (5-14) climbed out of the basement of the West with their second consecutive road win Sunday, beating the San Antonio Stars 80-78 at Freeman Coliseum. Los Angeles is now fifth in the…

Candace Parker shines as Sparks take down Sky, 88-77, earn first road win

The Los Angeles Sparks defeated the Chicago Sky 88-77 on Friday night. Sparks forward and two-time WNBA MVP Candace Parker recorded 31 points and nine rebounds for Los Angeles in only her second game of…

Video, notes and quotes: Sylvia Fowles and Candace Parker make their season debuts

Notes With the 82-76 win over the Los Angeles Sparks, the Lynx have now won 13 of the past 19 meetings overall and lead the season series 2-0. Minnesota moves to a league-best 13-4 on the season.…

Western Conference team-by-team midseason review: Lynx even more stacked, fourth place tightly contested

Western Conference team-by-team midseason review: Lynx even more stacked, fourth place tightly contested

WNBA statistical leaders Team W L PCT GB CONF HOME ROAD L-10 STREAK Minnesota Lynx 12 4 0.750 0 9-2 6-2 6-2 7-3 L 1 Phoenix Mercury 9 7 0.563 3 8-3 6-2 3-5 6-4…

All-star game is special for veterans and first-time participants Pierson, Coleman, Bonner and Lavender

All-star game is special for veterans and first-time participants Pierson, Coleman, Bonner and Lavender

UNCASVILLE, Conn. – Approximately one-third of the players in the 2015 WNBA All-star game are first time participants. As so-called young guns take a bigger place in the success of WNBA teams, it is not…

Sparks sign Crystal Bradford

The Los Angeles Sparks signed Crystal Bradford, the team’s first round selection in the 2015 WNBA Draft. She will join the team for tonight’s home game vs. Phoenix Mercury. The team waived guard Andrea Hoover…

Sparks happy to have Candace Parker back, star will play July 29

From the team: Los Angeles Sparks forward/center Candace Parker will join the team after the WNBA All-Star weekend announced executive vice president and general manager Penny Toler today. “We are happy to have a healthy…

Atlanta stages late comeback to defeat Los Angeles, 76-72

Box score The Atlanta Dream (7-8) overcame a fourth quarter 11-point deficit to defeat the Los Angeles Sparks, 76-72, Thursday afternoon at the Staples Center. Both teams came into the game at the bottom of…

Seattle Storm triumph over Western Conference rival Los Angeles Sparks, 68-61

Box score Rookies Jewell Loyd and Ramu Tokashiki led Seattle (4-12) in a win over Los Angeles 68-61 on Wednesday afternoon at KeyArena. The win snapped a five-game losing streak and was the third time this season…

Danielle Robinson leads San Antonio in win over Los Angeles, 70-63

Danielle Robinson leads San Antonio in win over Los Angeles, 70-63

The San Antonio Stars (3-8) defeated the Los Angeles Sparks (2-9) Wednesday evening at Freeman Coliseum, 70-63. The Stars broke a two-game losing streak that included a loss to the Sparks last Thursday in Los…

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