Los Angeles Sparks beat Chicago Sky 102-87 as Nneka Ogwumike posts double‑double

The Los Angeles Sparks defeated the Chicago Sky 102‑87 on Friday night. Nneka Ogwumike recorded a 25‑point, 12‑rebound, five‑assist double‑double, reaching her 3,000th career field goal and moving into fifth place on the Sparks’ all‑time assists list. Erica Wheeler added 15 points and eight assists, and all five Sparks starters scored in double figures. Kelsey Plum (lower‑left leg) and Cameron Brink (left ankle) were sidelined with injuries.

The victory marked the Sparks’ second straight win, improving their record to 10‑11 and leaving them half a game outside the final playoff spot. Coach Lynne Roberts said, “The ball is moving,” highlighting a new team mentality focused on collective success. The win follows recent roster moves, including the trade of Rickea Jackson for Ariel Atkins and the re‑signing of Ogwumike, and comes as the Sparks look ahead to a four‑game stretch against playoff‑caliber opponents such as the Atlanta Dream, Minnesota Lynx and Dallas Wings.