Los Angeles Sparks host Portland Fire in season finale matchup

The Los Angeles Sparks and Portland Fire are set to face each other this Sunday as both teams attempt to finish their seasons on a positive note after missing the playoffs.

Portland enters the matchup on a three-game losing streak, having recently suffered defeats against Phoenix and Golden State. The expansion team is looking to build momentum heading into its first offseason. Portland’s Carla Leite has been a standout performer, averaging 15.8 points and 6.3 assists per game.

Los Angeles, currently holding a 15-26 record, is coming off a significant loss to Dallas. The Sparks are led by Nneka Ogwumike, who is averaging 17.2 points and 8.8 rebounds in what has been announced as her final season. The two teams previously met on August 2, where Los Angeles secured a 106-101 victory.