Los Angeles Sparks Eliminated from WNBA Playoff Race
The Los Angeles Sparks have officially been eliminated from contention for the 2025 WNBA playoffs. This decision comes after the Seattle Storm secured the final postseason spot with a narrow 74-73 victory over the Golden State team on March 4, 2025. Despite the Sparks’ own win against the Phoenix Mercury, with a score of 88-83 on the same day, the Storm’s success meant that Los Angeles could no longer qualify for postseason play.
Kelsey Plum, a star guard for the Sparks, will miss the WNBA playoffs for the first time since 2018. Plum joined the Sparks in January 2025 as part of a high-profile three-team trade involving the Storm and the Las Vegas Aces. Her arrival was anticipated to elevate the Sparks’ performance, but the team struggled throughout the season, ultimately falling short of their playoff ambitions.
The Sparks’ exit from the playoffs marks a disappointing conclusion to their season, especially for a franchise that has a storied history in the league. Fans will now look to the future, hoping for a turnaround next season.
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