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Plum Returns, Brink Out as Sparks Host Liberty
22 Jun
Summary
- Kelsey Plum returns for the Sparks, Cameron Brink ruled out.
- New York Liberty enters the game with a fully healthy roster.
- The Sparks lost their previous game to the Minnesota Lynx.
The Los Angeles Sparks are set to host the New York Liberty for an interconference game on Sunday night. Los Angeles is looking to improve its 7-8 record after a recent home loss to the Minnesota Lynx. In that game, Rae Burrell scored 19 points, supported by Dearica Hamby's 12 points, nine rebounds, and three steals.
The Liberty arrive with a stronger 11-5 standing, aiming to recover from a home defeat against the Washington Mystics. Breanna Stewart notably contributed 16 points, 10 rebounds, and six assists in that contest, while Leonie Fiebich added 19 points.
Injury news significantly impacts the matchup. The Liberty are at full strength, with Betnijah Laney-Hamilton cleared to play after a two-game absence due to knee soreness. Conversely, the Sparks have ruled out Cameron Brink due to an ankle sprain, though Kelsey Plum is expected to return after missing the previous game with a leg injury. The game is scheduled to broadcast on ESPN and Disney Plus at 8:00 p.m. ET from Los Angeles.
