Los Angeles Sparks Face Golden State Valkyries in Key WNBA Matchup

LOS ANGELES, CA — On Friday night, Crypto.com Arena will see the Los Angeles Sparks take on the Golden State Valkyries in a highly anticipated WNBA Western Conference matchup. The game is set to begin at 10 p.m. ET.

The Sparks currently sit in sixth place in the Western Conference with a record of 1-2. After starting the season with a victory against the Valkyries last week, they faced two losses, the latest being a narrow 89-86 defeat against the Phoenix Mercury on Wednesday. Kelsey Plum led the Sparks with 25 points and six assists, while Azurá Stevens contributed 23 points and a double-double with 17 rebounds.

The Valkyries are positioned third in the standings with a 1-1 record. Following their loss to the Sparks, they rebounded with a 76-74 win against the Washington Mystics on Wednesday. Veronica Burton paced the Valkyries with 22 points, narrowly missing a double-double with nine rebounds. Kayla Thornton added 18 points, while Janelle Salaün and Carla Leite each scored 10.

As the teams prepare to clash again, the Valkyries aim for redemption after their earlier defeat. The Sparks hope to break their two-game losing streak and improve their season record to 2-0 against Golden State.

In related news, Kayla Thornton of the Valkyries received plenty of attention after a pregame ceremony in New York, where she received her championship ring. “It’s been an emotional roller coaster these past two days for me,” said Thornton, who expressed joy in reconnecting with former teammates.

Both teams look forward to showcasing their skill and determination on the court Friday night. Tune in to see if the Sparks can continue their winning streak over the Valkyries.