Sparks vs. Mystics: Plum Sits Out, Feagin Questionable

The Los Angeles Sparks and Washington Mystics, both with identical 3-3 records, are scheduled to meet on Friday, May 29, 2026. The game is set to tip off at 7:30 p.m. ET and will be available for viewing on ION. This encounter presents challenges for the Sparks, as star player Kelsey Plum has been ruled out due to an ankle injury, and Sania Feagin is listed as questionable with a leg ailment. The Mystics are facing their own statistical disadvantages. They average 82.8 points per game, which is 13.2 points less than the 96.0 points the Sparks typically allow. Conversely, the Sparks are more potent offensively, scoring 91.5 points per game compared to the Mystics' 86.3 points allowed. Shakira Austin of the Mystics has been performing well, averaging 15.8 points, 8.5 rebounds, and 2.8 assists. For the Sparks, Nneka Ogwumike is a strong contributor, with averages of 15.6 points, 6.6 rebounds, and 2.0 assists, complemented by an impressive 64.3% three-point shooting percentage, leading the league in made treys per game.