The Los Angeles Sparks ended a notable win streak for the Indiana Fever on Tuesday, defeating them 100-91 at Crypto.com Arena. This victory snapped the Fever’s five-game win streak—Marking their longest in over a decade—and helped the Sparks improve their recent performance, winning seven of their last eight games.
Los Angeles showcased a powerful offensive display as four of their five starters scored in double figures, led by Kelsey Plum with 25 points and 11 rebounds—earning her second double-double of the season. Rickea Jackson also contributed significantly, matching Plum’s scoring with her own 25 points. Azura Stevens scored 19 points, including five 3-pointers, while Dearica Hamby added 16 points.
Plum expressed pride in the team’s efforts, saying, “We’ve had a lot of people in and out of the lineup… We just got to continue to build that chemistry and defensively continue to get better and grow.” This reflects the Sparks’ resilience amid a challenging season, as they entered the matchup with a home record of 3-9.
However, the game was not without drama. The Sparks once led by 22 points in the fourth quarter, but the Fever mounted a comeback with a 21-5 run that cut the deficit to six points. Stevens’ crucial three-pointer halted that momentum and reinstated a nine-point lead for the Sparks.
Kelsey Mitchell stood out for the Fever despite the loss, scoring 34 points and making six assists, while teammate Aliyah Boston fell just short of another double-double, finishing with 15 points and nine rebounds.
This victory is a hopeful sign for the Sparks as they continue to build team chemistry and improve their standing, now at 13-15 for the season. The victory also granted them a vital tiebreaker in their season series against the Fever, having now beaten Indiana three times this year.
With this performance, the Sparks look forward to carrying this momentum into their upcoming games and solidifying their playoff aspirations.