The Las Vegas Aces travel to Los Angeles on Friday to face the struggling LA Sparks at Crypto.com Arena. This will be their third meeting of the season, with the season series being tied 1-1 so far. The Sparks managed to get a 96-92 win in the most recent game on June 9.
The defending WNBA champion Aces struggled to start the season but have now found their groove. They have the longest active win streak with six straight victories. Their most recent win was a 98-77 demolition of the Washington Mystics on Thursday.
Kelsey Plum led Las Vegas’ winning effort with 28 points, while Jackie Young had 20 points and 10 assists. The Aces’ last defeat was a 90-82 loss to the New York Liberty on June 15.
While Las Vegas has flourished recently, the Sparks have struggled mightily. They have the longest losing streak at eight games. In fact, their last win came against the Aces on June 9. LA was led by Dearica Hamby’s 18 points and 10 rebounds, while Rickea Jackson had 16 points.
Las Vegas Aces vs LA Sparks Injury Reports for July 5
Las Vegas Aces injury report
The Aces didn’t report any injury ahead of the game. With a healthy roster, Las Vegas coach Becky Hammon should start:
PG: Jackie Young SG: Chelsea Gray SF: Kelsey Plum PF: A’ja Wilson C: Kiah Stokes
LA Sparks injury report
The Sparks will be without three key contributors. Cameron Brink is out for the rest of the season with an ACL tear. Azura Stevens continues to be out with an arm injury. She has, however, made progress and is expected to make her season debut in the upcoming days. Lexie Brown is out indefinitely due to Crohn’s Disease.
LA coach Curt Miller should start:
PG: Aari McDonald SG: Kia Nurse SF: Rickea Jackson PF: Stephanie Talbot C: Dearica Hamby
How to watch Las Vegas Aces vs. LA Sparks?
The Aces vs Sparks game is scheduled to start at 10 p.m. EDT on Friday, July 5, at Crypto.com Arena. The game will be broadcast on ION. It will also be streamed live on WNBA League Pass.
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