Kelsey Plum Shines with Sparks
Kelsey Plum is currently in her inaugural season with the Los Angeles Sparks. The seasoned point guard, who was the number one pick in the 2017 WNBA Draft, previously played for the Las Vegas Aces until 2024. During her tenure with the Aces, Plum acquired two WNBA championships and earned All-Star honors three times, including the prestigious title of MVP at the All-Star Game in 2022.
Recent Highlights
Plum transitioned to the Sparks following a significant three-team trade involving Los Angeles, Las Vegas, and Seattle. On Saturday, while facing the Indiana Fever for the second time in a span of nine days, she showcased her talent by executing a remarkable shot over the outstretched reach of Natasha Howard during the second quarter.
The Sparks' social media team shared this notable play, highlighting Plum's agility and skill. Shortly after, she humorously demonstrated her stamina by performing push-ups on the court after being fouled, drawing laughter from fans seated courtside.
Performance Overview
Leading up to Saturday's match, Plum had been averaging 20.1 points, 5.7 assists, and 3.2 rebounds per game. Having played her college ball at the University of Washington, the move to Los Angeles allows her to stay on the West Coast, which she welcomes. In the previous encounter against the Fever on June 26, she logged 35 minutes of play, scoring 21 points and contributing three rebounds and six assists. Her performance continued to shine with 22 points scored against Chicago shortly after the Fever matchup and 13 points against the Liberty before facing Indiana.
Upcoming Challenges
As the Sparks prepare for their next game, they will return home to host the Minnesota Lynx after their last home game on June 29. This engagement is set to be an important game as they look to build on Plum's current momentum and secure further victories in the league.
