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Burrell's Leap: A Bright Spot for Struggling Sparks
14 Aug
Summary
- Rae Burrell is excelling in her current season, surpassing previous career highs.
- She has significantly improved her scoring, averaging 13.9 points per game.
- Burrell's performance offers a bright spot despite the Sparks' difficult season.
Rae Burrell has become a much-needed bright spot for the Los Angeles Sparks during a difficult season. Burrell, drafted ninth overall in 2022, experienced an injury-shortened rookie year and missed the 2023 season roster. She has since steadily improved, with the current season marking a significant leap in her performance.
Now a starter, Burrell is averaging ten more minutes per game and career highs across points, rebounds, and assists. Her scoring has nearly doubled to 13.9 points per game, supported by career-best shooting percentages of 45.5% from the field and 39% from three. She has recorded seven games with 20 or more points, showcasing scoring ability that is now translating effectively to the WNBA level.
