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Yahoo
2 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Fever vs LA Sparks stats, box score: Who stepped up with Caitlin Clark out with injury?
Caitlin Clark missed her sixth game of the season, this time with a groin strain, and the Indiana Fever could have used her Thursday night against the L.A. Sparks. The Fever led for most of the game, but went cold in the fourth quarter, and the Sparks grabbed control and pulled away for an 85-75 win. The Sparks outscored the Fever 35-17 in the fourth quarter. Advertisement Here's the full box score from Thursday night's game: DeWanna Bonner was a marquee addition. Why Fever dropped her after just 14 games Indiana Fever vs LA Sparks stats, box score Fever stats: How many points did Kelsey Mitchell score? Name Min FG 3FG FT Reb Ast Pts Natasha Howard 25 4-9 0-1 5-6 3 0 13 Aliyah Boston 33 4-13 0-2 4-4 10 1 12 Sydney Colson 17 0-2 0-2 0-0 2 4 0 Kelsey Mitchell 32 7-16 4-9 2-2 1 4 20 Lexie Hull 33 2-7 0-3 2-2 9 3 6 Brianna Turner 4 0-0 0-0 0-0 1 0 0 Makayla Timpson 4 0-0 0-0 0-2 1 0 0 Sophie Cunningham 27 3-8 2-7 2-2 2 0 10 Aari McDonald 23 3-8 1-4 7-10 2 1 14 Totals -- 23-63 7-28 22-28 31 13 75 Sparks stats: How many points did Kelsey Plum score? Name Min FG 3FG FT Reb Ast Pts Dearica Hamby 29 5-8 0-1 4-8 7 5 14 Azura Stevens 32 9-12 1-3 4-5 7 3 23 Rickea Jackson 29 6-14 1-4 1-1 2 1 14 Shey Peddy 32 2-6 1-3 0-0 3 4 5 Kelsey Plum 34 6-11 3-6 6-8 3 6 21 Emma Cannon 8 0-1 0-1 2-2 2 0 2 Litau King 11 1-2 0-0 2-2 4 0 4 Mercedes Russell 11 0-2 0-0 2-2 3 0 2 Sarah Ashlee Baker 13 0-2 0-1 0-0 4 0 0 Totals -- 29-58 6-19 21-28 34 19 85 Fever vs LA Sparks score by quarter Sparks 20 10 20 35 — 85 Fever 19 15 24 17 — 75 Did Caitlin Clark play today vs Sparks? No. The Fever star missed the game with a groin strain. How many games has Caitlin Clark missed this season? Thursday's game was the sixth game she's missed this year. She missed five previous games with a quad strain. Fever schedule: When do Indiana Fever play next? The Fever travel to Dallas to face Paige Bueckers and the Wings at 7:30 p.m. Will Caitlin Clark play vs Dallas Wings on Thursday? Fever coach Stephanie White said the star point guard is "day-to-day" with her groin strain. What is the Indiana Fever's record? The Fever are 7-8. Advertisement Get IndyStar's Indiana Fever and Caitlin Clark coverage sent directly to your inbox with our Caitlin Clark Fever newsletter. This article originally appeared on Indianapolis Star: Fever vs LA Sparks stats, box score: Who stepped up with Caitlin Clark out
Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Angel Reese gives emotional shoutout to Lisa Leslie after win and breaks silence on their bond
Angel Reese had a powerful message after the Chicago Sky's home win. She spoke during the postgame discussion not only about her performance or the end of the team's losing streak but also about other things. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Rather, she shined the focus on somebody different. One of the most respected names in women's basketball was watching from the crowd. Angel Reese opened up about how that person has helped her stay focused, improve her game, and stay strong off the court too. Angel Reese shares deep respect for Lisa Leslie after Chicago Sky's big win On Tuesday, June 25, 2025, after a Chicago Sky defeat against the LA Sparks (97-8610), Angel Reese credited Lisa Leslie. Angel Reese scored 18 points, 17 rebounds, 6 assists, and 4 steals in front of Lisa Leslie, who was physically present. Angel Reese spoke about Lisa Leslie's great influence on her growth following the game. She described how the WNBA legend sends her morning Bible quotations and messages, always motivating her to keep working diligently. 'She told me, 'Continue to work, you're a beast on the boards.' She's like a big sister, mom, aunt — whatever you want to call it. She doesn't have to help me, but she does.' Earlier this year, Angel Reese even included Lisa Leslie in her McDonald's commercial alongside Breanna Stewart and Aaliyah Del Rosario, showing how much she values her support. Lisa Leslie calls Angel Reese her modern-day counterpart on podcast Back in February 2025, Lisa Leslie appeared on Angel Reese's podcast, Unapologetically Angel. Leslie called Reese her modern-day version, praising her heart and hunger to improve. Lisa Leslie said,'The biggest advice I have for you is gonna be how you shoot your layups… that's fixable for you.' She also said she's proud that Angel Reese wants to learn and grow. 'The fact that you already have that attitude? You're going to get better, and I can help you get better. I'm positive.' Having just begun her first WNBA season, Angel Reese has showed flashes of brilliance. Her most recent performance, guided by Lisa Leslie, proves she is going in the correct direction. Also Read:
Yahoo
5 days ago
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- Yahoo
Starter Ruled Out for Chicago Sky-LA Sparks Game
Starter Ruled Out for Chicago Sky-LA Sparks Game originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The 3-10 Chicago Sky will carry a three-game losing streak into Tuesday's contest against the 4-10 Los Angeles Sparks. The Sparks have also lost three straight contests, as well as seven of their last nine. Advertisement Chicago was defeated in all three games last week by the Washington Mystics, Phoenix Mercury and Atlanta Dream. Two out of the three contests were lost by 13 points or more. Los Angeles has been blown out in each of its last three games as well. They have lost by consecutive spreads of 23, 31 and 16 to the Minnesota Lynx, Seattle Storm, and Lynx again. Los Angeles Sparks guard Odyssey Sims (0). Kirby Lee-Imagn Images Starting Sparks point guard Odyssey Sims has played well this season, averaging 10.5 points, 3.5 assists and 3.0 rebounds per game (via Pro Basketball Reference). She is the team's fifth-leading scorer behind Kelsey Plum, Dearica Hamby, Azurá Stevens and Rickea Jackson. Advertisement On Monday, however, the Sparks' official public relations account revealed that Sims would be out for the team's upcoming game against the Chicago Sky. This will be her fourth-straight game that she has missed. "#0 — Odyssey — NWT — Personal Reasons," the Sparks wrote. Six-year veteran guard Shey Peddy signed with the Sparks on June 14 and has started in each of the last two contests. She is averaging 5.0 points, 2.0 rebounds and 2.0 assists through three games with Los Angeles. Chicago also lost its starting point guard this season, as Courtney Vandersloot went down with a torn ACL in a contest against the Indiana Fever earlier in June. She had been averaging 12.0 points and 6.2 assists per game prior to her injury. Advertisement The Sparks will likely start Peddy again on Tuesday against the Sky. Chicago, however, has rotated between Rebecca Allen, Kia Nurse and Rachel Banham to fill the void left by Vandersloot. Tipoff is scheduled for 8:00 p.m. ET at Wintrust Arena in Chicago on Tuesday evening. Sole possession of 10th place in the WNBA standings will be on the line in this game. Related: Dawn Staley's Message to Atlanta Dream Star After Chicago Sky Game Related: Chicago Sky Drop in WNBA Power Rankings After Dream Loss This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 23, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
15-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Tempo hilariously calls on WNBA teams for mascot tips ahead of 2026 debut
The post Tempo hilariously calls on WNBA teams for mascot tips ahead of 2026 debut appeared first on ClutchPoints. The Toronto Tempo are blossoming into a new WNBA team as they approach their debut season in 2026. As they sort out logistics, the Tempo team is seeking the advice of other teams on how they do things, particularly regarding mascots. Advertisement On Thursday, the Tempo engaged with eventual competitors about ideas for mascots on their X page. They contacted all the WNBA teams to gather their input on how to create the best mascot. On one post, the Tempo asked for counsel on dancing from the Indiana Fever's mascot, Freddy Fever. 'Hello @FreddyFever We see the dances. We see the vibe. Can you let us know how we can bring something like that to Toronto?' In another post, they sought advice from the New York Liberty's mascot, Ellie the Elephant, on how to create the greatest mascot of all time. 'Hey DIVA @BigEllieLiberty any advice you can give us for having a GOAT mascot?'. Then, the Tempo reached out to Sparky from the Los Angeles Sparks to ask about sampling their mascot's athletic abilities. Advertisement 'We didn't forget about our pal Sparky @LASparks! Can you please ask him for us what it takes to be a top-tier mascot? We've seen the athleticism; we are impressed and taking notes.' The Tempo mascot has a template to follow. Out of all the mascots, it is Ellie the Elephant that is considered the most popular in the WNBA. At Liberty games, she gets the fans involved through elaborate dance performances. Additionally, Ellie has gone viral on multiple occasions for her energy. As a result, there is at least one example for the Tempo to follow. While the mascot is yet to be determined, there is much anticipation about the WNBA in Toronto. After all, the Tempo has Serena Williams as an investor. The idea of a WNBA team in Toronto first came to fruition after the Chicago Sky and Minnesota Lynx played an exhibition there in May 2023. Advertisement The buzz surrounding the game was palpable, culminating in a sold-out crowd of 19,800 at Toronto's Scotiabank Arena. Related: Coco Gauff reveals hopes for WNBA expansion team in this city Related: Coco Gauff's 'insane' reaction to frenzied ovation at Liberty-Sky game
National Post
11-06-2025
- Sport
- National Post
WNBA star fires back at fan who criticized injury rehab: 'Red carpets and schmoozing'
Suffering a torn ACL requires one of the longest recovery periods that a sports star can go through, often seeing athletes sidelined for a year or more. Article content But one WNBA fan hit out at L.A. Sparks star Cameron Brink for her priorities during the rehab process from the devastating injury, suggesting that the sophomore has been making few too many extracurricular appearances. Article content Article content Article content 'She should've been back on the court now and something tells me that if she put as much work into rehab as she puts into walking down red carpets and schmoozing, she'd be back by now,' the fan wrote, which Brink later shared on her Instagram Story. Article content The commenter also pointed out that Brink made several 'public appearances with no brace, crutches or anything.' Article content Article content The comment elicited a fiery response from Brink, who said the commenter was not 'a real fan.' Article content 'I'm working INCREDIBLY hard every day,' Brink wrote. 'I would give anything to be out on the court right now. Basketball is my passion and everything to me… to say this you aren't a real fan. Article content 'Thank you to those who understand ACLs can take a year & giving me grace. I cannot wait until I get to play again.' Article content View this post on Instagram A post shared by Cam (@cameronbrink22) Article content
