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USA Today
08-08-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Best of Los Angeles Sparks point guard Julie Allemand in images
Julie Allemand starred for her native Belgium before making her way to the WNBA. The 5-foot-8 inch point guard for the LA Sparks has also played for the Indiana Fever and Chicago Sky. She was a third-round pick by the Fever in 2016 but opted to continue to play in Belgium until 2019. In 2020, she joined the Indiana Fever and has been in the WNBA since. Allemand had a career night on August 7, 2025, when she became the 22nd player to achieve a triple-double. She had 10 points, 11 assists and 11 rebounds in a win over the Connecticut Sun. 'The first part of the season I had surgery, [and] it was tough to come back [from], then I went to Eurobasket and it helped me a lot…so when I came back, I just wanted to play and be the same as I was over there," Allemand said after he big game. "That's what I'm doing right now and I'm feeling way more comfortable in this team. So yeah it's been great, but the most important is the win and tonight was an important one." Julie Allemand Julie Allemand Julie Allemand Julie Allemand Julie Allemand Julie Allemand Julie Allemand Julie Allemand Julie Allemand Julie Allemand Julie Allemand Julie Allemand Julie Allemand Julie Allemand Julie Allemand
Sydney Morning Herald
06-08-2025
- Sport
- Sydney Morning Herald
Third sex toy in seven days thrown onto court during WNBA game
A sex toy has been thrown onto the court during a women's basketball game in the US on Tuesday (Wednesday, AEST) for the third time in seven days. The latest incident comes after a man was arrested on Saturday for throwing a sex toy onto the court during a WNBA match between the Atlanta Dream and Golden State Valkyries on July 30 in Atlanta. Delbert Carver, 23, was charged with disorderly conduct, public indecency or indecent exposure and criminal trespass. On Saturday (AEST), a second toy was thrown onto the court in Chicago during the Valkyries' match against Chicago Sky. Chicago police said they had not received any complaints about that incident and no arrests were made. The third event, on Wednesday (AEST), occurred just before the end of the first half in the match between Indiana Fever and the LA Sparks in Los Angeles. The sex toy was thrown onto the court as LA Sparks guard Kelsey Plum was shooting a free throw. It landed at the feet of Fever star Sophie Cunningham, a player who has been vocal about her distaste for the trend. After the second incident in Chicago, Cunningham posted on X saying, 'Stop throwing dildos on the court... you're going to hurt one of us.' Plum kicked the object off the court, to a chorus of boos from fans. She said afterwards that both teams had done a great job of 'playing on, don't give it any attention. The refs, too, I really appreciate them, too. [They were] just like, 'Hey, let's go'.'
Time of India
30-07-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
NBA legend Magic Johnson shares excitement over Cameron Brink's return ahead of Los Angeles Sparks' match against Las Vegas Aces
Images via Getty Earvin Magic Johnson seems excited about Cameron Brink's return. The former three-time NBA Finals MVP wrote on X about the fiery performance of his team, the LA Sparks. The Los Angeles team has secured five consecutive wins. Moreover, Brink's return adds to the glory. The Sparks star faced a major injury in the 2024 season. She suffered a tear in her ACL. This stopped her from playing the rest of the season last year. Earvin Magic Johnson gets optimistic about the future games of Los Angeles Sparks Los Angeles Sparks co-owner Earvin Magic Johnson seems optimistic about Cameron Brink's return. Ahead of the star player's return, the Los Angeles Sparks made a comeback. Before winning their last five consecutive matches, the team had more losses than wins in their recent matches. Now, the circumstances are all in favor of the team putting up a brilliant performance this year. — MagicJohnson (@MagicJohnson) Posting on X about Brink's return, Johnson wrote, 'My LA Sparks have won five games in a row and now they'll have help from star player Cameron Brink! She will make her sophomore season debut tonight after suffering a season-ending injury last year.' Fans react to Earvin Magic Johnson's post Earvin Magic Johnson's post has garnered significant reactions from the fans. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like No annual fees for life UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo Admirers of both the team and Cameron Brink are excited for their match against the Las Vegas Aces. A fan page of Earvin even analyzed his comment in their own words. What Magic Meant wrote, 'What I meant to say was, 'How about those @LASparks? Five wins in a row, and now Cameron Brink is set to make her big return. After last year's setback, you know she's hungry to put on a show. LA's got the hot hand, the crowd is buzzing, and with Brink back in the mix, it's about to feel like pure Showtime basketball!" Fans believe that there is no downfall for the team now. Debbie Tee wrote, 'Only up from here!' Carlos Wendy's commented, 'great news Magic' Fans are even commenting while en route to the match. SB LVI Champs Definable wrote, 'Actually heading to that game tonight lmao' Image via Magic Johnson/X (Screengrab) How did Cameron Brink get injured? Cameron Brink tore the ACL in her left knee during a match against the Connecticut Sun. Brink slipped while attempting a dive towards the basket during the first quarter itself. The match was on June 18, 2024. The injury put a halt to the player's rookie season. In just 15 games, Brink averaged 7.5 points with 5.3 rebounds. Brink is now making her sophomore debut against the Los Angeles Sparks match against the Las Vegas Aces. FAQs How old is Cameron Brink? Cameron Brink is 23 years old Who is Cameron Brink's partner? Cameron Brink started dating her partner, Ben Felter, on March 10, 2021. The duo got engaged on September 30, 2024 How many times did Earvin Magic Johnson become the NBA Finals MVP? Earvin Magic Johnson became the NBA Finals MVP thrice Also Read: NBA Trade Rumors: Dallas Mavericks Weigh Risky but Ambitious Move for $52.6 Million Los Angeles Lakers Legend to form Big 3 with Anthony Davis and Kyrie Irving Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
Yahoo
16-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
LA Sparks Rally Behind Kelsey Plum After WNBA All-Star Update
LA Sparks Rally Behind Kelsey Plum After WNBA All-Star Update originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Los Angeles Sparks are entering the WNBA All-Star break with a 7–14 record, sitting sixth in the Western Conference. Advertisement Despite a challenging first half of the season, the team received a boost on Tuesday, when veteran guard Kelsey Plum was officially announced as one of five participants in the 2025 WNBA STARRY 3-Point Contest. Shortly after the announcement came in, the Sparks' social media team took to X with a celebratory message: "🗣️ WE GOT OUR SHOOTER! 👌 @Kelseyplum10 will be participating in the 2025 @WNBA Starry 3-Point Contest in Indy this year:" The contest will take place Friday at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, as part of the league's All-Star Weekend festivities. Plum, now in her eighth WNBA season, is making her second career appearance in the 3-Point Contest, having last competed in 2022. Advertisement She enters the event tied for second in the league with 50 made three-pointers this season and is shooting 35.0% from beyond the arc. Her career 3-point percentage stands at 38.6%, already ranking 15th all-time in career 3-pointers made (539). Los Angeles Sparks guard Kelsey Plum (10).Darren Yamashita The 2025 contest field includes Caitlin Clark (Indiana Fever), Sabrina Ionescu (New York Liberty), Allisha Gray (Atlanta Dream), Sonia Citron (Washington Mystics) and Plum. Gray is the defending champion, while Ionescu won the event in 2023 with a record-setting 37 points in the final round. Clark, the reigning Rookie of the Year, will make her debut in the contest in front of her home crowd in Indianapolis. Advertisement Plum will also suit up for Team Collier in the All-Star Game, marking her fourth consecutive All-Star selection. Related: Lexie Hull Shares Honest Take on Playing Without Caitlin Clark Related: New DeWanna Bonner Update Emerges After Release From Indiana Fever This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jul 16, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
06-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
LA Sparks Roast Indiana Fever With Perfect Sophie Cunningham Reference
LA Sparks Roast Indiana Fever With Perfect Sophie Cunningham Reference originally appeared on Athlon Sports. When the WNBA announced its upcoming expansion to Philadelphia, Detroit and Cleveland, most people around the league were excited by the news. Advertisement But not everyone was on board. One of the league's most outspoken voices, Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham, made headlines when she questioned two of the new markets. 'I do think that Miami would have been a great one,' Cunningham said. 'Everyone loves Florida. Nashville is an amazing city. Kansas City, amazing opportunity. But man, I don't know how excited people are to be going to Detroit or Cleveland.' Cunningham and the Indiana Fever were in action Saturday against the Los Angeles Sparks. After pulling off an 89-87 win, the Sparks wasted no time roasting Cunningham with a perfect jab on social media. "List of cities Indiana has beef with: Detroit, Cleveland, Los Angeles." Advertisement That marked the second win for the Sparks at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in just over a week. Their previous victory came on June 26, when they beat Indiana 85-75. The Fever were once again without Caitlin Clark, who missed her fifth straight game due to a groin injury. In her absence, Aliyah Boston stepped up with 23 points and 12 rebounds to lead Indiana. Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham (8).© Jesse Johnson-Imagn Images For the Sparks, Azura Stevens posted 21 points and 12 rebounds, while veteran guard Kelsey Plum added 20 points in the win. As for Cunningham, she played 22 minutes and scored four points. The Fever return to action Wednesday when they host the Golden State Valkyries. The Sparks are back home Thursday against the Minnesota Lynx. Advertisement Related: Indiana Fever Rookie Makes Honest Admission on WNBA Teammates Related: Aliyah Boston Comments on Caitlin Clark's Clear Change in Physical Appearance This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jul 6, 2025, where it first appeared.
