Just past the halfway mark of the 2024 WNBA season, it’s time to reflect on where the Los Angeles Sparks are, as well as which players have shined through a season of struggles.
The Los Angeles Sparks (5-17) have played 22 out of a possible 40 games this season, which puts them past the halfway mark. With only three games left before we pause for All-Star festivities and the Olympic break, it’s time to reflect on the state of the team and give out midseason awards.
We went through this process at the quarter mark, and while some things changed, many remained the same. The Sparks had three wins after 10 games, but since then they’ve only mustered up two more victories. Los Angeles had a winless eight-game road trip, which took them out of the frame of the playoff picture.
This season has been all about player development. While Rickea Jackson has continued to show future All-Star potential, Cameron Brink suffered an ACL tear that ended her season. The injury bug continues to be an ongoing issue for the Sparks. Azurá Stevens finally debuted for Los Angeles against the Phoenix Mercury on July 7, but Lexie Brown has missed the last six…
