The recent clash between the Sparks and the Golden State Valkyries highlighted the thin margin of competition as both teams grow. In their latest matchup, the Valkyries clinched an overtime victory, marking their resilience as a first-year franchise. The game featured several lead changes and a decisive three-pointer from Kayla Thornton in overtime. Kelsey Plum starred for the Sparks, leading her team in scoring and showcasing that despite their 3-7 record, they have the talent to compete, though fundamental mistakes proved costly in the end.
The Valkyries have proven to be a real problem for the Sparks - offering far more fight than expected from a first-year franchise.
In the end, it came down to fundamentals. After struggling with layups all night, the Valkyries converted two in a row - first from Veronica Burton, then from Kayla Thornton.
With 37.8 seconds left in regulation, everyone inside Crypto.com Arena knew where the ball was going. The Valkyries threw everything they had at Kelsey Plum.
Plum would lead the Sparks with 24 points and seven assists. Dearica Hamby had 20 points, nine rebounds and five assists.
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